Research Writing: Annotated Bibliography, Outline, & Citations

Writing the Research Paper

Students will learn the essential skills for conducting academic research, creating annotated bibliographies, and drafting and revising a research paper. Lessons will also cover MLA and APA citation formats.

The class covers the following topics: finding credible sources, writing strong research questions, creating and formatting annotated bibliographies, drafting their paper, revising and editing for clarity, and properly formatting citations in MLA and APA styles.

This is a self-paced class with pre-recorded lessons broken into three parts. Each part includes video lessons, guided exercises, and opportunities for students to apply their knowledge through mini assignments. The final project involves submitting a fully revised research paper.

Lessons are taught through pre-recorded videos, slides, and visual aids. Students will complete hands-on exercises, such as writing research questions, annotating sources, and drafting sections of their paper, to reinforce learning. Clear instructions are provided for each step.

My teaching style is approachable, structured, and supportive. I break complex topics into smaller, manageable steps and encourage students to practice their skills with guided exercises. Feedback opportunities help students refine their work independently.

Since this is a self-paced class, direct interaction is limited. However, students can submit drafts or questions for feedback, which I will provide within a set timeframe (typically 24-36 hours) to help them progress with their research papers.