Reading Assignment for Section 2.2

Read the following subsection from our online textbook: Section 2.2: The Research Writing Process.

What You Will Learn

In this section, you’ll gain a comprehensive understanding of the research writing process in social sciences, focusing on planning, purpose determination, topic selection, and conducting literature reviews. You’ll master the stages of research writing, from initial exploration and note-taking to drafting, revising, and finalizing your paper. Additionally, you’ll learn how to utilize resources like University Writing Centers and online tools to enhance the quality of your literature reviews, citations, and overall writing.

Student Learning Outcomes for Section 2.2

• SLO 1: Gain a comprehensive understanding of the research writing process in social sciences, including the critical roles of planning, purpose determination, topic selection, and literature review, and develop skills in creating effective timelines for research projects.
• SLO 2: Master the stages of research writing, from initial exploration and comprehensive literature search to the processes of reading, note-taking, organizing, drafting, revising, and finalizing a research paper, ensuring in-depth analysis and clarity of expression.
• SLO 3: Utilize resources effectively for research writing, including leveraging the expertise of University Writing Centers (UWCs) and online tools like Purdue OWL, to enhance literature reviews, citation accuracy, and overall writing quality.

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