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Writing a Research Paper

• Examples of Argument for Support
• Guidelines for Attributing Quotes
• Tips to Avoid Plagiarism
• Rules for Writing Summaries
• Requirements for Writing an Abstract
• Punctuation of Quotes
• Guidelines for Paraphrasing
  

Identifying and Correcting Punctuation/Grammar Problems

• Punctuation of Quotes
• Other Punctuation Problems
• Common Capitalization Errors
• Basic Comma Rules
• Techniques for Spotting Problem Sentences
• Fragment/Run-on Problems
• Comma-splice Errors
• Parallel Structure Problems
• Active/Passive Voice Verbs
• Appropriate Word Choice
• Punctuation Rule Sheet
  

Writing Essays

• Prewriting Strategies
• From Topic To Thesis Sentence
• Patterns of Organization
• Transitional Devices for Writing
• Critical Analysis Writing
• Tips for Reading and Writing Poetry
  

Documenting Styles for Research

• Introduction to APA Format
• APA Electronic Reference Citations
• APA In-Text Reference Citations
• APA Style Title Page Format
• Citation of Tables and Figures
• Four Page Sample (Includes title page, abstract, 1st page, and reference)
• A Sample Reference Page
• MLA Documentation Style