Comp 102 SAU: Research Paper
Assignment


Choose a general topic that interests you & limit it to a specific topic. Write a research paper (using MLA style) in which you attempt to persuade the reader that your thesis and argument is valid, well-supported, and which meets the prescribed criteria.

Follow each step in the research process as presented in class.

Length


5-8 Pages (of the actual paper, from intro to conclusion)
Typed
Double-spaced
Font Size: 10-12
Arial

(Note: You may use any legible font for the title page.)
Sources
8 minimum (Books, Periodicals, Interviews, Internet...)

Include a photocopy of each source page that is referenced in your research paper.

Note: Print web information when you find it as this type of information has a tendency to disappear. You will need to turn in all of the source copies with your final research packet.
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