Write It! A Guide for Research 3rd edition by Bankhead, Elizabeth M, Nichols, Janet, Vaughn, Dawn (2009) Paperback

by Elizabeth Bankhead

Leading students step-by-step through the research process required for writing term papers, this guide covers everything from reading for background information and keywords and applying advanced search techniques to evaluating information and developing a thesis statement. In addition, this long-awaited revision has been completely updated to include search and citation techniques for electronic and Internet information. It also contains the new AASL Standards for the twenty-first century learner, the NETS Standards and recommended links for students with an emphasis on online citation tools, and for teachers with an emphasis on collaborative planning and model units for twenty-first century learning. Developed specifically for high school students, this user-friendly guide maintains the academic rigor demanded by top high schools. Grades 8-12.

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First published April 1, 1999

Reviews

[Cassandra Skellington · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was good for it's time for sure, but if you're looking for a useful guide on modern research, this isn't it. Half of the "techniques" this book teaches are invalidated because of the internet. Not to mention it's bloated with glossaries and indexes that take up half the pages in this book. There are few good tips on how to organize and prepare for an essay, but that's about the most you'll get out of this.

[Courtney · Rating 2 out of 5]

I'm not saying this isn't a well-written book with proven strategies for research - it is. What I am saying is that students already think research isn't the slightest bit interesting, and this book is written in an unenthusiastic and not playful manner, which would confirm that assumption.