Research+Paper+2+Resources


 * For this paper you need to use the Guided Inquiry Model once again. The Difference is that you should be trying to use online databases to find sources that are more academic.**


 * Here is a reminder of the assignment:**

We will begin with a re-introduction to the resources available to you in the library. You will then begin the 6 stage research process:


 * 1) 1. Find a Topic
 * 2) 2. Narrow Topic
 * 3) 3. Narrow Further
 * 4) 4. Research Question
 * 5) 5. Thesis
 * 6) 6. Finalize Research

You will then produce an extensive essay based on thorough academic research. We will have a brief refresher on the writing workshop and will study the counterargument and application of analysis to our research. This paper will have a thesis, supporting evidence, analysis, and a conclusion. It will also have a title page, in-text citations and a bibliography. The final essay will be 1200 words and worth 100 points. There are an additional 50 points for assignments that are to be handed in along the way. The essay is due on the 28th of March.

You are free to choose a topic from the Crusades, Renaissance, Reformation, Enlightenment, Trade and Conquest, or Revolutions 1600 to 1900. Choose something you are really interested in learning more about so your research project is a “labor of love”. You will produce your own research question OR you may choose to elaborate on one of the following questions we have discussed in class:


 * 1. Is conquest justifiable? **

 ** 2. How does ideology shape societies? **

 ** 3. How are trade and conflict interrelated? **

 ** 4. Are there identifiable historical patterns? **

 ** 5. Did trade influence the rise of empires or did empires influence the extent of trade? **

**__ Research Question and Thesis Statement __**

__ The Research Question: __


 * Poses a cause or condition that follows with an effect or result
 * Has an effect or result that can be measured in some way
 * Can be placed into a Hypothesis or Thesis Statement
 * Is focused – not too broad (entire books been written on this) or too narrow (you can’t find information)

Example: To what extent was Robespierre responsible for the rise of Napoleon?

__ Thesis statements __ A thesis is the central argument that you will make about that topic. The thesis is the controlling idea of the essay; every sentence and paragraph in the essay must provide supporting statements and specific information to prove the thesis. The sooner you can state the thesis clearly and concisely, the more efficient and productive your thinking and note taking will be. Note how each thesis statement below contains a clearly focused argument. A thesis may be proved affirmatively or negatively. __Sample Social Studies Thesis Statements__ //Cause and Effect://

1. The failures of the Church caused war between Protestants and Catholics.

2. The work of the Humanists lead to the Renaissance

5. The desires of the Bourgeoisie led to failure of the French Revolution //Solutions://

1. The Congress of Vienna was the solution to European disorder.

2. The uniting of the Holy Roman Empire resolved civil war in Germany //Problems://

1. The problems of absolute political power of the Bourbon kings contributed to their decline 2. Excessive taxation resulted in the decline of British rule in the Americas. //Comparisons://

1. King Louis XVI was a more effective leader than George III 2. Montesquieu was more influential than Paine in inspiring the American Revolution

//Similarities://

1. The causes of the French Revolution and the Reformation are similar

//Differences://

1. Hobbes and Locke differed greatly in their views on effective rule //Relationships://

1. It is evident that the work of Pieter Breughel’s father influenced his works.

Collecting Information (thinking of the library as a whole, note taking)

Evaluating Sources: Questions to consider for all sources: If you plan on using a website that is not validated by an education institution or individual you must attach to your bibliography the following full annotations (this is in addition to the annotated bibliography:
 * __Newspapers__: daily reporting and commentary of news events
 * __Magazines__: weekly or monthly reporting and commentary of news
 * __Non-fiction__: factual information and summaries, as well as reports and commentaries, often presenting one aspect of a topic or one particular point of view.
 * __Encyclopedias__: a compilation of what is generally known
 * __Journals__: Periodic publications on a specific subject
 * __Other reference__: a compilation of what is generally known within a subject area for type of format such as maps or statistics.
 * __WWW__: Validated vs. invalidated sources. E.g.: [|www.spartacus.schoolnet.co.uk] vs. [|www.anglefire.com]
 * What is the original purpose of the source?
 * When was the material published?
 * Is the author presenting a particular point of view?
 * Does the work present an overview of the topic or one aspect?
 * What type of writing, such as essays based on opinion, factual account based on research or personal narrative based on experience, is presented in the material?
 * What is the original purpose of the source?
 * When was the material published?
 * Is the author presenting a particular point of view?
 * Does the work present an overview of the topic or one aspect?
 * What type of writing, such as essays based on opinion, factual account based on research or personal narrative based on experience, is presented in the material?

**__ Annotated Bibliography __** **__ Due end of 3nd class __**

You **must cite and discuss at least 5 different sources, including at least three different types of sources** (books, encyclopedia, articles from online databases). For each source, you must answer the following questions: 1. How will I be able to use this source in my paper (what content will I draw from this source)? 2. What makes this a valuable source **for my research** (such as direct focus on research issue, author’s expertise, written for academic audience)? 3. What are the limitations of this source **for my research** (such as broad focus, written for popular audience, author’s lack of expertise on the specific topic, possible author bias)?

**__ Project Outline __**

**__ (2-3 pages) Due 20th March __**

Follow this format and flesh out each section with your ideas and evidence. Only once you have submitted the outline should you begin writing your draft. You may want to try writing each section in a different colour – this often helps.

__Outline__


 * 1) 1. Question
 * 2) 2. Introduction
 * 3) a. Catch
 * 4) b. Road Map
 * 5) c. Thesis


 * 1) 3. Supporting P1
 * 2) a. Controlling Idea
 * 3) b. Explain a.
 * 4) c. Example
 * 5) d. Explain Example (you can repeat c and d several times)
 * 6) e. Analysis
 * 7) f. Conclusion
 * 8) 4. Supporting P2
 * 9) a. Controlling Idea
 * 10) b. Explain a.
 * 11) c. Example
 * 12) d. Explain Example (you can repeat c and d several times)
 * 13) e. Analysis
 * 14) f. Conclusion

>>>>> >>>>> **__Analysis and Counter Argument__** >>>>> >>>>> **__Step 1: Decide on a controlling idea and create a topic sentence__** >>>>> //The French Revolution was the personal rebellion of the middle classes.// >>>>> **__Step 2: Explain the controlling idea__** >>>>> //Although the revolution was mainly fought by the Peasants, it was the Bourgeoisie who directed and guided the Third Estate and their actions.// >>>>> **__Step 3: Give and example (or multiple examples)__** >>>>> //For example, Max Robespierre was responsible for the deaths of 40,000 fellow Frenchment and women, many of them from the 3rd estate.// >>>>> **__Step 4: Explain the example(s)__** >>>>> //Robespierre was the leader of the Committee for Public Safety (CPS). He ruled in a totalitarian fashion, using his position of power to murder his former business partners and ex-wife (bbc.co.uk). Orbespierre was a failed lawyer who used the revolution to extract revenge on those who had belittled and besmirched him.// >>>>> **__Step 5: Analysis__** >>>>> This step is new to us. You have given an example and explained it-good. Now you earn an A+. Why is what you said important, valuable, or significant? You need to justify your evidence. >>>>> //The significance of Robespierre’s actions is twofold. Firstly, it highlights the manipulation of the revolution as a way of increasing personal wealth and power, but it also emphasizes the hijacking of a means of societal improvement by those who were supposed to protect it.// >>>>> Try to avoid- “This quote means”, or “this line means”entries into analysis. >>>>> **__Step 6: Complete the paragraph’s idea or transistion into the next paragraph__** >>>>> //It wasn’t just the middle classes who abused the spirit of the French Revolution, the lowest element of society, the peasantry, used the inherent violence of the revolution to expand their landholdings and extract revenge on their landlords.// >>>>> **__Counter Argument__** >>>>> After 3 paragraphs or so of ideas, it is time to show that you are not just a broken record. You are a considered historian and are well aware that there are two sides to the coin. >>>>> Follow the same paragraph format as above (just make it a single example). Once you have built a case you have to shoot it down. You can’t wreck your thesis and disprove it! >>>>> I now argue that >>>>> //Despite the French Revolution being one big personal vendetta, many noble actions were the result of it, such as: Jean Luc Pernod, a heroic blacksmith who worked tirelessly to enforce the Declaration of Man and Citizen. However, he is one of the few examples of the spirit of the enlightenment and the revolution being followed. In reality, the whole revolution was an excuse to kill and steal in order to improve one’s position//
 * 1) 5. Supporting P3
 * 2) a. Controlling Idea
 * 3) b. Explain a.
 * 4) c. Example
 * 5) d. Explain Example (you can repeat c and d several times)
 * 6) e. Analysis
 * 7) f. Conclusion
 * 8) 6. Counter Argument
 * 9) a. Controlling Idea
 * 10) b. Explain a.
 * 11) c. Example
 * 12) d. Explain Example
 * 13) e. Shoot down
 * 14) f. Conclusion
 * 15) 7. Conclusion
 * 16) a. Introduce
 * 17) b. What I have learnt/discovered (the conclusion part)
 * 18) c. Chew
 * 19) 8. Bibliography
 * 20) a. MLA formatted