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ESL (English as a Second Language) Research Guide

Library resources and information for students of English as a Second Language.

Books Providing Research & Writing Guidelines

Research Paper Fundamentals

1.  Choose a Topic

2.  Find Information on the Topic

3.  Take Detailed Notes on Information and Sources of Information

4.  Organize the Notes

5.  Create an Outline

6.  Write a First Draft

7.  Include Footnotes or End Notes and a Bibliography

8.  Revise the First Draft

9.  Write and Proofread the Final Draft

Research & Writing Guidelines (Examples from Other Universities)