Writing an Academic Paper

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Writing an Academic PaperElements of a strong thesisRoad map of paper "Thesis Statements,"(n.d)Tells reader what to expect "Thesis Statements,"(n.d.)Typically a single sentence in first paragraph of paper "Thesis Statements,"(n.d.) Supports the body of your paper Be specific not too much detailMake sure reader doesn't have to guess your thesis" Thesis Statements," (n.d.)IntroductionBe convincingMake logic from your point of view "Introductions,"(n.d)Be persuasive to your reader(s) "Introductions," (n.d.)Be brief, to the pointElements of a paragraphBody paragraphs of your essay "Paragraphs,"(n.d.)Accounts for 90% of your word count and marks "Paragraphs,"(n.d.)Contain points you want to get across to readerSupporting arguments and evidence "Paragraphs,"(n.d)Includes citations and examples"Paragraphs,"(n.d.)Topic SentenceInclude support sentences within" Paragraphs"(n.d.)May include conclusion sentence for transitioning "Paragraphs"(n.d.)BodyExplain points you want to convey to readerSubsequent paragraphs need to be clear " Body,"(n.d.)Set by topic sentence "Body,"(n.d.)First sentence of new paragraph"Body,"(n.d.)Can vary placement within paragraphOutlines the paragraph"Body,"(n.d.)Be continuous with paragraphs before and after"Body,"(n.d.)Relate to thesis statement"Body,"(n.d.)Only state one point per paragraph"Body,"(n.d.)Use same language through out bodyRelate back to thesis statement "Body,"(n.d.)Follows in each paragraph"Body,"(n.d.)Phrased points follow from Introduction, provide examples if necessaryTransitionsBetween sections, paragraphs, sentences, and part of sentences"Body,"(n.d.)Use conjunctions which are words used to combine two sentences and show relationship between them"Body,"(n.d.)Be consistent with expressions that separate sequential odering"Body"(n.d.)First, Second, Third, etcShows relationDash, colon, or semicolon"Body,"(n.d.)References:Conclusions. (n.d.). Retrieved January 15, 2017, from http://writingcenter.unc.edu/handouts/conclusions/Introductions. (n.d). Retrieved January 15, 2017, from http://writingcenter.unc.edu/handouts/introductions/ Paragraphs: Academic writing. (n.d). Retrieved January 15, 2017, from http://www.une.edu.au/current-students/resources/academic-skills/fact-sheetsThe Body of Your Paper. (n.d.). Retrieved January 15, 2017, from http://writingcenter.unc.edu/handouts/the-body-of-your-paper/Thesis Statements. (n.d.). Retrieved January 15, 2017, from http://writingcenter.unc.edu/handouts/thesisi-statements/ConclusionRelates to Introduction "Conclusions,"(n.d.)Relates back to theme or thesis statement "Conclusions,"(n.d.)Use key words or parallel concepts and images "Conclusions,"(n.d.)Final thoughts, points, and stanceImpact of the subject matter "Conclusions,"(n.d.) Course of action "Conclusions,"(n.d.)Solutions to issue "Conclusions,"(n.d.)End writing positively "Conclusions,"(n.d.)Elaborate on the significance of your findings "Conclusions,"(n.d.)Be to the point and briefSynthesize, don't summarize "Conclusions,"(n.d.)Provide quotation from sources on your subject matter "Conclusions,"(n.d.)