Honors Biology: Writing Your Paper

• I can write a research paper using formal language that is scientific and flows well.
• I can create a thesis that encompasses the main point of my paper.
• I can correctly use parenthetical citations so that readers can easily access my sources. 

​1. Learn about APA in-text citations

• Noodletools
  • ​Export your References, so you can see and write down your in-text citations that will go with your paper.
• APA Formatting Presentation
  • ​Be sure to apply these in-text citations to your paper!
    • Students who want feedback on these from a librarian may submit them to Canvas for a 0 point assignment.​

2. Review introduction, thesis statement, and first body paragraph

• Introduction, thesis, and body paragraph presentation
• Thesis statement rubric
• Thesis statement needs to be submitted to Canvas BY THE END OF THE HOUR!
• You should continue to work on your paper following these guidelines.  
  • The basic outline

1. Learn about how to write your Future Trends section and Conclusion.

• Future Trends and Conclusion presentation
  • If you want a paper copy example of Future Trends, talk to a librarian!
• Outline
• Rough draft so far DUE February 2nd to Canvas with a MINIMUM of 4 paragraphs, including any appropriate in-text citations!
  • FEEDBACK WILL BE GIVEN OVER PAPER BY LIBRARIANS NEXT LIBRARY DAY--It is best to have a significant amount written for valuable feedback.

Librarians provide feedback on paper written so far.  All students will get a check-in.  The rest of the hour will be work time for the paper.

• Expectations as you write your rough draft
• Workday checklist