JANUARY 13, 2009• Please Do Now: As we

discussed in class, a communicable disease is a condition which can be passed from person to person. A chronic disease is a condition which lasts for a long period of time. In complete sentences, what are three communicable and/or chronic diseases that you would like to know more about? Why do you have an interest in these conditions? Finish time: 7:52

• EQ: How can I find research and compose an intelligent research paper?

• Agenda:– Explanation of iSearch Picture from:

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ISEARCH• The iSearch paper is

different than a traditional research paper.

• The iSearch paper requires the writer to research a topic in which they have a specific interest.

• An iSearch is considered less formal than the traditional research paper because it allows the writer to use I as they write.

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ISEARCH• The iSearch paper will

require you to explain prior knowledge but will also require you to engage in comprehensive research with regards to your paper.

• In an effort to help you both organize your paper and to keep your research on topic, you will be required to answer three “burning questions”.

• You will need to show where you retrieved all of your information from and provide citations in MLA format in an effort to avoid plagiarism.

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BURNING QUESTIONS Your paper will be

built around three burning questions.

Burning questions are questions that you have regarding your topic.

An example of a burning question could be, “How is asthma treated and will it impact my lifestyle?”Picture from:

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RESEARCH SUGGESTIONS• Public Library:

– Information in medical journals

• Websites:– www.cdc.gov– www.nih.gov– www.medlineplus.gov– Health sections on

news websites• Local authorities:

– Local health officials– Health teacher– People who have had

the disease/condition– Doctors

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RESEARCH SUGGESTIONS Be sure that your

research is both valid and reliable Is the information up

to date? Is the information

submitted by some who would have authority/knowledge in the field?

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AVOID PLAGIARISM• Some suggestions to

help you avoid plagiarism:

1. Keep good track of your sources/information

2. Anytime a direct quote is used, you MUST cite it.

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SETTING UP YOUR PAPER• Your first paragraph

is crucial to setting the tone of an intelligent paper.

• It is absolutely critical that you grab the readers attention in your opening paragraph.

• Also, the introductory paragraph is a good spot for your thesis statement.

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INTRODUCTIONS Your introduction

could start with a quote or a statement of fact that may be surprising to readers.

Your thesis statement should be a statement of what you will be discussing throughout the paper.

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SETTING UP YOUR PAPER The body of your

paper should include several things:

1. Answers to your burning questions

2. Smooth transitions between paragraphs

3. Completion of the requirements in the rubric

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TRANSITIONS Three categories of

transition words exist:1. Chronological order –

First, meanwhile, later, afterwards, finally, etc.

2. Objects in relation to one another – next to, in front of, beside, between, behind, etc.

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SETTING UP YOUR PAPER• Your paper needs to be

wrapped up in a neat manner.

• The concluding paragraph(s) should include a brief summary of the topics you have discussed throughout your paper.

• You should not introduce new information in your summary.

• Restate your thesis and how it has been addressed throughout the paper. Picture from:

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