Are We There Yet?

Before starting a trip, always know where you are headed and why you are going there. For our research papers, the "where" (result) is turning in a completed paper in April for a grade. The "why" (goals and objectives) will be something that we will discuss all year as we move forward together.
Your grade for your final paper will be only a portion of your total grade. You have the opportunity to earn points along the way, to help avoid any last-minute panic.
The following links will help you get started with topic selection, research, and writing tips:
Google
Purdue University Literature Writing Resource

Check Points

• Select Topic: 10 points
• Research Topic: 15 points
• Write Thesis Statement: 15 points
• Create Basic Outline: 15 points
• Research Evidence: 20 points
• Expand Outline: 25 points
• Write Rough Draft: 50 points
• Edit Rough Draft: 25 points
• Write Final Draft: 50 points
• Edit Final Draft: 25 points