Welcome to KCU's English 101 guide. This guide is designed to help you determine a topic, conduct the research and then utilize your research in creating your final paper. We encourage you to contact your English professor, a librarian, and the tutoring center in order to get assistance at any stage of this process.
We also want you to realize that this process can be utilized for any research paper for any course. If you need help in modifying it, please see a librarian or the tutoring center.
It is a good idea to start working on a research paper project as soon as possible. Materials need to be read, notes need to be taken, and writing rough drafts needs to occur. Starting as soon as possible allows you time during the project so that your stress level is reduced. A good tool to use is the
Assignment Calculator from the University of Minnesota.
Whether you are a highly organized person or a last minute person, this tool can be helpful in planning at the time that you need in order to have your assignment completed on time.
This guide is designed to help you:
