Research paper update for Language Arts

Research paper update for Language Arts.

1. Feb. 4,5,6----We will have Language Arts class in the Media Center. Ms. Nelson will instruct students on how to fill out source cards. Students must locate and cite at least one print source for the research paper. Source cards will be evaluated by the teacher ( Ms. L. )
Students will find searchable terms in their 5 questions. Synonyms of key terms will be used to find information about the topic. A minimum of 5 sources is required for the research paper.
2. Feb. 9-13.--- Computer search time will be provided for all students in the media center.
Students will complete source cards, take notes , and highlight information on the note cards.
3. Feb. 17-20--Students will create an outline using the program, "Inspiration." Students will enter sources in easybib.com to create a Works Consulted page for the research paper.
4. Feb. 23-27---Students will receive instruction in the classroom for writing the first draft. Academic honesty is mandated. Plagiarism of information will warrant consequences and a repeat of the entire research process. Students will have lessons on paraphrasing and rewording.
5. March 3-6--ISAT testing . The following week is for make up testing.
6. Write the research paper in your composition notebook. Fine tune the paper for accuracy.
7. Final typed draft of the research paper is due March 19-23, 2009. Note Research Basics booklet. The paper has a cover page, an outline, the contents of the paper, the Works Consulted page, a blank page, encased in a clear plastic folder. The pages are labelled with student last name and the page number. SEE RESEARCH BASCIS. Congratulations.