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Researching current events“HOW DO I GET STARTED?” 1. Introduce your topic.
FINDING TOPICS IN BOOKS: 2. State why your topic is important. 3. Describe the difference of opinion about this topic. 4. State your main premise. An argumentative essay is built around a specific statement (premise) that is debatable.Your readers may disagree but your research should support your statement in a manner that eventually convinces your reader. You will need evidence such as personal experience, facts, statistics and expert opinion. Don't forget to acknowledge opposing arguments, to show your reader that you have considered both sides. Search in the Library catalog here: Use these phrases: Opposing Viewpoints “Taking Sides” “Contemporary World Issues” “Facts On File” “CQ Researcher” |
Statistics Online
Statistics from 100 Federal Agencies
State-by-State Data [2000] 2001 Statistical Abstract of the US Statistical Resources on the Web Government Documents in the News Bureau of Justice Statistics - Special Topics A-Z Index of U.S. Government Agencies 2004 World Fact Book USA Statistics in Brief - Census Bureau Federal Statistics – topic list |
Help with Citiations
Citing electronic publications
Assembling an MLA Works Cited Page How to Cite InfoTrac and GaleNet databases
Writing Resources
How to do a close readingHow to Write a Comparative Analysis Analytical Writing: thinking about process analysis Writing Papers of Literary Analysis Correction Symbols & Abbreviations Practical Hints for Better Writing Online Writing Tutors "Can I search databases from home?" If you have a valid Library Card, you can access many literary databases from home or other off-campus locations. You will be asked to enter your 14-digit library card number in order to log in. Research databases which can be accessed in this way from off campus include: Infotrac [newspaper database]: Academic Search Premier Biography Resource Center |
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