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A research paper consists of a thesis or question supported by research and resources. The process of writing a research paper includes:

Allows students to organize thoughts on paper.
Requires students to combine thoughts with supporting research.
Requires students to go through a specific writing process.
Teaches students how to use outside resources and how to write supporting information in their own words.
Allows students to show mastery of a specific subject, topic, or concept.
Shows writing skills

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A research paper consists of a thesis or question supported by research and resources.
Depending on the level of the students it may be necessary to break down a research paper into component parts such as asking the student to turn in:
- A topic proposal.
- A thesis statement
- An outline
- A first draft
- A final draft
When assigning a research paper it is important to include a rubric to establish what the student must demonstrate in their paper.
In an online environment research papers can be assigned and evaluated using:
There are many online tools and techniques available to assist students who are writing a research paper including:

Example Research Papers: A database containing research papers written by the Standford Business school faculty.
Preventing Plagiarism: A list of ideas to prevent students from plagiarising in research papers.
Research Paper Rubric: An example of a research paper rubric.
Writing a Research Paper: An online writing lab from Purdue University including steps and tips to writing a research paper.

For information on tools available to submit and evaluate Research Papers visit:

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