The chapter explains the importance of the primary audience for a research paper, the quality of an argument, and the evidence that generate and supports the position of the paper.

It explains what the purpose of the research paper is, and shows how a research paper is a development in the reader’s perspective, a development in the field in general, and a development in the writer’s own knowledge and skills. B ack to top Chapter 03: The Research PaperĬhapter 3 looks at the research paper. Because of its importance, this chapter emphasizes the fact that critical thinking will be a feature of every chapter of the book. The chapter explains that the on-going process of critical thinking is important throughout the writing process. The chapter shows how and why ‘critical thinking’ is the act of asking difficult questions and answering those questions with uncomfortable honesty. B ack to top Chapter 02: Critical ThinkingĬhapter 2 examines critical thinking, explaining its meaning, and its relevance in our lives and our writing. The chapter also includes a guide to the format of the chapters, the companion website, and key terminology. The chapter also discusses the importance of recognizing other peoples’ perspectives, applying critical thinking, and recognizing the audience of papers. A brief introduction to the characteristics of a research paper is also provided, along with an explanation of the differences between a research paper and an essay.

Click on a chapter title to be redirected to a summary of that chapterĬhapter 1 introduces the purpose of the book.

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