Sociology 2010: Research Paper Outline
Weight: 5%
Purpose
The research paper outline requires project groups to generate a preliminary argument, map the sections of their research paper, identify key readings, and assign responsibilities among the project group.
Assignment Details
Research paper outlines should include the following elements:
- A clear thesis statement that reflects the question being addressed, the general approach of the paper, and the perspective you are taking on the topic.
- A list of the sections and sub-sections you plan to include in the paper.
- A preliminary reading list for your paper. Outlines should identify at least 4 readings to be used in your research. List these in APA format and provide 3-5 sentences describing the content of each reading and its value for your project.
- Use the template provided below to structure and write-up your outline.
- If you do not follow the instructions, you will receive a zero for this assignment.
Title of essay:
- Introduction
- What topic does your essay address? One sentence only
- What is your thesis statement? One sentence only
- Body of Essay
Paragraph 1: What point will you be making that supports your thesis? One sentence only.
What scholarly research will you use as evidence to support your point? Use APA format
Paragraph 2: What point will you be making that supports your thesis? One sentence only
What scholarly research will you use as evidence to support your point? Use APA format
Paragraph 3: What point will you be making that supports your thesis? One sentence only
What scholarly research will you use as evidence to support your point? Use APA format
(You will add as many paragraphs as you need to support your thesis).
