A reference text for students and those in ESL or bridge courses who are writing a research paper for the first time. The guide uses simple direct language for those for whom writing a research paper is new. --back cover.

Includes index.

Introduction to the research process -- Beginning the process: getting a developing a topic -- Getting information: working with sources -- Before you draft: structuring your ideas -- Drafting: putting it all together -- Formatting your paper: using style guides -- After you draft: revising and editing -- Preparing a second draft: responding to instructor feedback -- Other elements of a research paper.