Objectives for Research Paper Assignment

• Gather, interpret and document primary and secondary sources
• Develop an analytical, arguable thesis statement to guide their research
• Prove their thesis statement by effectively analyzing primary and secondary source documents and create a paper that is uniquely the work of the student
•  Use academic and appropriate language while practicing language mechanics and rules of grammar
• Peer and self edit to reinforce analytical and writing skills
• Use a computer as a research tool with major emphasis placed on Internet and Media Center skills
•   Recognize and avoid plagiarism using the Modern Language Association’s citation and documentation guide

Ten points will be deducted from the final grade of any assignment which is not received by the teacher by 2:05 p.m. on the day of the deadline.  It is the responsibility of the student to make certain that work is submitted to the teacher on time.  Teachers cannot be responsible for misdirected or blocked emails --- so students should avoid waiting to the last minute to submit work.