Writing a Research Paper in Political Science A Practical Guide to Inquiry, Structure, and Methods

Name: Writing a Research Paper in Political Science A Practical Guide to Inquiry, Structure, and Methods
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ISBN: 9780495092629

ISBN-10: 0495092622

ISBN-13: 9780495092629

Edition: 2007

Authors: Lisa Baglione

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WRITING A RESEARCH PAPER IN POLITICAL SCIENCE teaches research methods and research paper writing skills to undergraduates. This concise text discusses both the parts of a research paper and what students should seek to accomplish in them. In addition, the text explains details such as how to choose and use headings and titles, examines different types of sources, stresses that each part of a paper requires different types of information, and considers different ways of evaluating data. Topics include how to develop a research question, write a literature review, design a study, analyze information, write introductory and concluding sections, and edit and revise a paper. Thus, this book is…

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List price: $31.95
Copyright year: 2007
Publisher: Wadsworth
Publication date: 5/4/2006
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 196
Size: 5.50" wide x 8.25" long x 0.50" tall
Weight: 0.440
Language: English




So, You Have to Write a Research Paper



Getting Started: Finding a Research Question



Addressing the Scholarly Debate: The Literature Review



Effectively Distilling the Argument: The Thesis or the Model and Hypothesis



Enticing the Reader and Developing a Road Map: Writing an Introduction and Developing a Title



Making Your Plan and Protecting Yourself from Criticism: The Research Design



Evaluating the Argument: The Analysis and Assessment Section



Considering the Significance and Limitations of Your Findings: The Conclusion



Revising and Editing Your Work: Submitting with Pride a Polished Paper


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