Writing a Research Paper

• Examples of Argument for Support
• Guidelines for Attributing Quotes
• Tips to Avoid Plagiarism
• Rules for Writing Summaries
• Guidelines for Abstracts
• Punctuating Quotes
• Paraphrasing in Research Writing

Identifying and Correcting Punctuation/Grammar Problems

• Punctuation Rules
• Punctuating Quotes
• Common Capitalization Errors
• Basic Comma Rules
• Spotting Problem Sentences
• Fragment Problems/Run-On Errors
• Comma Splice Errors
• Parallel Structure Problems
• Active/Passive Voice Verbs
• Choosing the Appropriate Words
• Other Punctuation Rules
• Master of Arts in Teaching Action Research Project

Writing Essays

• Prewriting Techniques
• Moving from Topic to Thesis Sentence
• Patterns of Organization
• Transitional Devices for Writing
• Writing a Critical Analysis
• Tips for Reading and Writing Poetry

Documenting Styles for Research

• APA Reference Sample Page
• APA Electronic Reference Citation Guide
• APA Title Page Format
• APA Use for In-Text Citations
• New Reference and In-Text Citations
• Basic Citation Style Chart
• Sample Title Page with First Page of Text
• Four-Page Sample (Includes title page, abstract, first page and references)
• MLA Works Cited Guidelines