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Assignment Two:
Key Components of an Inquiry Paper
Secondary Research & Inquiry
These are the four main sections that typically appear in a research
paper. Research writing looks different depending on the field, but
some variation of these sections is common. Keep in mind that Unlike the first assignment, assignment
these sections do not mean that you are only writing 4 paragraphs:
two WILL look more like a traditional
sections include multiple paragraphs depending on what needs to be
explored/addressed. paper. What it will not do, however, is
simply summarize a number of sources;
Introduction: (HINT: Add to/revise your proposal from A1) YOU will be adding to the conversation.
Broadly introduces the overall topic Keep in mind the purpose of research and
Provides background information on the topic
inquiry is to push things forward and to
Explains reason for research and further study
Notes potential biases on the part of the writer learn something new.
Provides the purpose and focus for the rest of the paper
Often the last piece written FINALLY, u nlike previous research
papers, you are NOT spending most of your
Literature Review: (HINT: Add to/revise this section from A1) time summarizing what other people have
Purpose is to describe past important research said. Instead, you are entering the
Demonstrate a connection between past research and the inquiry conversation with other sources to explore a
that you are developing topic on your observed figured world or a
Include a combination of past literature and the new information related topic to your figured world.
that you are adding to the conversation
Use credible sources such as peer-reviewed journals, public radio
segments, &TED Talk presentations
Parenthetical or footnoted citations should be throughout this
section depending on the citation style you are using

Entering the Conversation: (Choose ONE Option) USE THESE SECTION HEADERS & PROMPTS
Fill in the gaps in the research with your perspective TO HELP YOU WRITE YOUR PAPER
Consider developing a solution to the issue you are
exploring
Consider developing a study to find out something new (you
dont actually have to conduct the study)
Develop a new approach to the topic you are exploring
Consider developing a game, lesson plan, interactive
presentation, or TED Talk about the topic you have researched

Conclusion/So What?
Discuss the results and implications of your research
Review your original topic of inquiry/research, and Parenthetically cite or
explain what answers/conclusions you developed footnote all sources you
Discuss how your work within the project relates
to previous research (referring to pieces from your consult, summarize, or
literature review)
Describe areas for potential research beyond your work quote, throughout the
body of the paper
References/Works Cited (HINT: Add to/revise this
section from A1)
List of sources you consulted, summarized, and/or
quoted
Follow the guidelines of APA, MLA, Chicago, IEEE as
appropriate for formatting
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With your reputable sources, you are required to:

Summarize the sources in the Literature Review section by


Formatting Concerns briefly paraphrasing the main points of the article, and
describing how the article shapes your viewpoint
1 margins, 12 pt, Times (limit this to 3-5 sentences per source)
New Roman Font, Parenthetically cited or footnoted within the body of
2000-2500 words, Double- the paper source material that you consult,
Spaced, Saved and summarize, and/or quote must be according to the
Uploaded in a Microsoft citation style you are using Can I
Word Document (the word ONLY 2 direct quotations allowed; all other google
count does not include the source material is required to be paraphrased
Works Cited/References Organize the summaries of your sources sources???
page, titles, etc.) according to themes; in other words, group 3-4
Use the four section titles sources together into a cohesive paragraph

NOOOOOO!!!!!
(introduction/background, according to a unifying themeor an idea the
literature review, entering sources have in common
the conversation, and Incorporates at least 10-12 different
conclusion/so what) as reputable resources on your subject
section headers to divide (limit them to pieces published
your paper from 2000 onward; no sources
Section headers should be prior to 2000 will be allowed)
formatted according to the Include your Assignment One
citation style you are using interviews as two of your
required 10-12 sources

When adding something new, you


should:
Assignments are ALWAYS Source:
The Undercover
DUE prior to 11PM, Enter the conversation with the sources Recruiter
Saturdays. you have consulted; don't just cite
what other people have said
DRAFT COMPONENTS: When entering the conversation, you TO FIND SOURCES:
are either filling in gaps, proposing a
1. Draft for Peer new study to find out more NPR
Workshop (3/25) information, proposing a course, TED Talks
game, solution, design, etcthe UNCC Library Databases
2. Draft w/ Peer possibilities of contributing something
Commentary (4/1) Google Scholar
new are endless
3. 2nd Revised Draft (4/8) Explain how your views intersect,
contradict, or complicate what your
4. Portfolio Check 3 (4/15) sources have to say
Due dates are also listed on Be descriptive and deliberate about
the Canvas calendar, your word choices, and unless otherwise context appropriate,
assignments, & assignment please follow the guidelines of Standard Written English
submission links.
Look closely! Did I mention
You MUST parenthetically cite or footnote (depending on the citation style) all
source material that you consult, summarize, and/or quote within your paper. If
its not yours, YOU MUST CITE the original source.

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: Include a works cited reference page with the full publication information.
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FAILURE TO CITE BOTH THROUGHOUT THE PAPER & IN A
WORKS CITED PAGE MEANS YOU HAVE PLAGIARIZED! THIS IS
GROUNDS FOR FAILURE OF THE ASSIGNMENT & COURSE.

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