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Lessons in Grammar and Sentence Structure Section I - Subjects and Verbs
Lessons in Grammar and Sentence Structure Section II: Sentence Patterns
Lessons in Grammar and Sentence Structure Section III: Phrases, Clauses, and Sentences
Lessons in Grammar and Sentences Structure Section IV: Capitlization and Italics
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How to Write a Research Essay
Step-by-step guide from pre-writing to publishing.
Template for Outlining a Proposal Argument
Template for Outlining a Proposal Argument
Template for Outlining a Cause Effect Argument
Template for Outlining a Cause Effect Argument
Narrowing a Topic
Narrowing a Topic to Develop a Research Question
Thigpen Library Research Guide for ENGL 1010 and 1020
Research process and resources for ENGL 1010 and 1020 essays.
Credo Reference
An extremely helpful resource that searches many dictionaries and databases for words or phrases. A great place to start research. Helpful for finding the archaic meaning of words.
Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy
IMRaD Structure of Research Papers
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Thigpen Library Page on Evaluating Sources
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The CRAAP Test for Evaluating Sources
Scroll to the bottom for a downloadable slide deck, worksheet, and checklist.
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