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List of contents
Glossary
Introduction
1. Critical Thinking
2. The Research Paper
3. Themes and Topics
4. The Thesis
5. Focused Research
6. Paraphrasing, Summarizing, Quoting, and Plagiarizing
7. Arguments and Evidence
8. Plans and Proposals
9. The Drafting Process
10. The Writer’s Introduction
11. The Body
12. The Paragraph
13. Cohesion
14. The Conclusion
15. The Reader’s Introduction
Index
About the author
Philip M. McCarthy is Assistant Professor of Applied Linguistics at the American University of Sharjah, United Arab Emirates.Khawlah Ahmed is Professor of English at the American University of Sharjah, United Arab Emirates.
Summary
Covering both theoretical and practical approaches, Writing the Research Paper guides students studying in English as a second or additional language through the skills necessary for success in university-level writing and research. The book begins with theoretical considerations, such as research, argumentation and critical thinking. It then offers a broad range of practical assistance covering all aspects of the writing process, including topic selection, argument, counter-argument, paragraph structure and cohesion.
The book is accompanied by a companion website, writingtheresearchpaper.com. The website hosts many features, including chapter summaries, exercises, quizzes, PowerPoints, additional learning material, and technology assistance. The website also hosts numerous authentic examples of student papers at each of the critical stages of the writing process.
Foreword
A guide to successful academic research writing in English for non-native speakers, providing special consideration to the perspectives and ambitions of a multi-cultural student body.
Additional text
A much-needed book on argumentation in research paper writing. The idea of developing arguments in writing to create new knowledge and perspectives is significant and should be promoted. Through the comprehensive information and insights provided by the authors, readers will learn to write like scholars.
