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A research paper is a piece of academic writing that provides analysis, interpretation, and
argument based on in-depth independent research.
Research papers are similar to academic essays, but they are usually longer and more detailed
assignments, designed to assess not only your writing skills but also your skills in scholarly
research. Writing a research paper requires you to demonstrate a strong knowledge of your
topic, engage with a variety of sources, and make an original contribution to the debate.
This step-by-step guide takes you through the entire writing process, from understanding
your assignment to proofreading your final draft.
Table of contents
1. Understand the assignment
2. Choose a research paper topic
3. Conduct preliminary research
4. Develop a thesis statement
5. Create a research paper outline
6. Write a first draft of the research paper
7. Write the introduction
8. Write a compelling body of text
9. Write the conclusion
10. The second draft
11. The revision process
12. Research paper checklist
13. Free lecture slides