Question: In Module 6 you drafted your research paper and submitted it for review and feedback from peers and from the instructor. Now it is time to revise and edit your paper and submit it for grading.
Be sure that your final draft has a clear thesis and appropriate support for your argument. Remember, you are writing for an academic audience of experts in your discipline or field, so ensure you have followed the right conventions for providing support. While you are not expected to be an expert yourself, your paper should be well-supported with sources from your field. Proper use of quotes, summaries, and paraphrasing is essential, and in-text citations and references based on APA are required.
Your research essay should be 1000 to 1250 words, include a strong thesis, and incorporate at least five scholarly sources. Your goal is to draft an interesting and engaging paper that is both informative and persuasive about the issue, topic, or question you chose for your research topic. Your introduction should state your thesis and define the key points that support your thesis. Body paragraphs should support your argued thesis. The conclusion should summarize and leave the reader accepting your thesis.