Once you have completed your initial background research, outline your paper using your argument or thesis. A paper that incorporates a thesis is not a report or summary of your research. Instead, your work argues your position. This is done by linking your opinions with your research. A solid thesis will guide your research and provides a clear structure for your paper.
Research is done throughout the project; first to give you background information on your topic, and again to provide detailed evidence that supports your thesis. Research is not a one-time thing. It’s a process that continuously informs and shapes your work.
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