English 1010: Open Essays - This is a compilation of open essays to supplement an argument and rhetoric class.
English Composition 2 - Composition 2 is an expository writing textbook requiring more advanced writing skills than Composition 1, yet reviewing and incorporating some of the same skills. This course teaches research skills by emphasizing the development of advanced analytical/critical reading skills, proficiency in investigative research, and the writing of persuasive prose including documented and researched argumentative essays. A major component of this course will be an emphasis on the research process and information literacy.
College Writing - A listing of pages centered around various topics having to do with college level writing. All content by Susan Oaks.
The Writing Center, UNC Chapel Hill - Guidelines for writing papers as well as outlines for assignments.
Argument and Critical Thinking - In this learning area, you will learn how to develop an argumentative essay and stronger critical thinking skills. This learning area will help you develop your arguments, understand your audience, evaluate source material, approach arguments rhetorically, and avoid logical fallacies. Here, you’ll also learn about evaluating other arguments and creating digital writing projects related to your argument.
OER Resources on Writing - Resources on writing provided by Lumen. Login required.
The Process of Research Writing - An ebook authored and presented by Steven D. Krause at Eastern Michigan University.
"Literature Reviews" - Excelsior University's page on literature reviews.
Research and Critical Reading: An Introduction - A page by Lumen Learning on the beginnings of the reading and writing process.
What is Research - Another page by Lumen Learning on the beginnings of the research process.
Quoting & Paraphrasing - When to quote and when to paraphrase. Written by Brianna Jerman.
Youtube Videos: Research and Argument topics
"How to Synthesize Sources" - A video on what synthesizing means and how to bring your sources together. Taught by Jacob Lauritzen at Eastern Arizona College.
