Students spend a large portion of their scholastic lives writing and
researching papers. Picking a topic, narrowing the subject, researching
relevant material, synthesizing information and citing
sources can be challenging and sometimes painful. If you find yourself with writer's block, visit these resources for step-by-step help.
I need all-around writing help.
If this statement is true for you, then start with sites that offer
step-by-step instructions. Start with
Internet Public Library's Research and Writing. Following this site's
detailed instructions on everything from choosing a topic to citing
sources will keep you and your paper on track.
The Basic Guide to Essay
Writing also illustrates the essential steps to writing a successful paper.
I need help researching my topic.
With so many sources out there, it can be difficult to zero in on the
most relevant information.
Saint Louis University's Students Guide to Research with the World Wide Web
helps students evaluate Web sources for relevancy, authority and accuracy.
How do I structure my paper?
The Nuts and Bolts Guide to College Writing
provides quick tips on grammar, style, structure, mechanics, spelling, and citing.
For help with style issues, check out LibrarySpot Style Guides,
where you'll find help from the Modern Language Association and William Strunk.
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