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Term Paper Guides:
The following sites provide resources helpful for completion of a term paper.
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| Provides access to many resources. Under 'Resources for Writers', select 'Instructional Handouts', then select 'Research Papers'. The Purdue University Writing Lab provides a step-by-step procedure for writing a research paper. This site also includes punctuation hints, advice on using quotes, paraphrasing, and summarizing. Also covers how to cite sources, both print and electronic. |
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The Cal Poly Pomona Writing Center shares tips on the writing
of a term paper. |
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Dictionaries and Thesauri:
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| As the name implies, you can search individual dictionaries or several of them at the same time (takes longer). Contains dictionaries for specific disciplines: arts and humanities, business, computer, internet, medicine, and science to name a few. Also includes special dictionaries such as: slang, acronyms and abbreviations. |
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English Language
dictionaries, jargon dictionaries, and access to dictionaries
in other languages. |
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Style Manuals and Guides to Citing Electronic and Print Sources:
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Includes help on
common errors in english, basic guide to grammar, and links to
stylebooks. |
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| A Cal Poly Pomona Library Guide that provides a good overview with examples of how to cite various sources: books, encyclopedias, periodicals, and electronic information. Lists reference books that will also provide guidance. |
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| Covers the essential rules of English usage and principles of composition. We also carry this resource in print: PE 1408 .S722 1979 (fourth floor) |
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