The second submission you will make will be a document with three components: thesis statement, outline, and preliminary source listing. Do not leave this document for last-minute work. It takes thought and preparation to do this document properly. It is also a very important document because: 1) it requires that you are now researching and reading; […]
DRAFT – this page very rough TBP – basic jist is: Baby-bear approach A short list of headings doesn’t help. But extensive listings of paragraphs doesn’t help. Typical way of organizing (See fajans) intro (topic – why novel, nonobvIous, useful – thesis, roadmap) factual background legal background analysis my proposal conclusion starting point, not endpoint […]
What is a topic? A thesis? How are they related? Your topic is the focus of your paper. It’s what you’re writing about. Your thesis is your contribution. It’s why you’re writing. For example: suppose you are interested in writing about internet censorship. You think that even though there sometimes might be good reasons to censor online, […]
Handbook on writing a good seminar paper Note to students: As my own course-related project, I am putting together a comprehensive guide on writing a seminar paper. This guide will reflect readings, discussions, and recommended techniques on developing a high-quality seminar paper. Basics: Important dates & deadlines Grading About the SWR FAQs on the SWR Why a […]
