Schaum's Quick Guide to Writing Great Research Papers - part 3

Y ou không có thể tranh luận hai bên về vấn đề này nếu chủ đề của bạn chỉ có một bên. Nhận một chủ đề mới gây tranh cãi (mà không bị tấn công, tất nhiên!). 7. Chủ đề quá mới? Vấn đề: Nếu chủ đề là quá tươi, chẳng hạn như báo cáo Starr, không có thể được đầy đủ thông tin có sẵn nào được nêu ra để điền vào một bài báo trên các đề mục nhỏ cụ thể của bạn. | Solution Y o u can t argue two sides of the issue if your topic has only one side. Get a new topic that is controversial without being offensive of course . 7. Is the topic too new Problem If the topic is too fresh such as the Starr Report there may not be sufficient information available yet to fill a paper on your specific subtopics. Solution Find a topic that affords you sufficient information to cover the issue thoroughly. 8. Do I like my topic enough to want to write a research paper on it Problem Your teacher likes your topic your parents like your topic your buddies like your topic. Even your dog likes your topic. The problem You don t like your topic. Solution Y o u guessed it Get a new topic. In Chapter 4 you ll explore how to write a thesis statement. That way you ll learn how to keep your writing on target. 27 Chapter 4 How Do I Write a Thesis Statement Writing is a deliberate act one has to make up one s mind to do it. JAMES Britton What do you want to discover through your research In what order will you present your ideas An effective thesis statement is designed to answer these questions. That s why once you ve narrowed your topic it s time to turn your attention to your thesis statement which is the central point you re proving. Requirements for a Thesis Statement Here are the five basic requirements for a thesis statement 1. It states the topic o f the research paper the main idea. 2. It shows the purpose of your essay in this case to persuade your readers that your point is valid and deserves serious consideration. 3. It shows the direction o f your argument. A s a result a good thesis statement implies or states the order in which your ideas will be presented. .