英语论文指导.ppt

Thesis Writing
Definition and Purpose
Thesis writing is the writing of a research paper.
The word thesis refers to a relatively long paper written on the basis of some academic research and for the purpose of obtaining a college or university degree. In other words, it is a degree-oriented research paper. That is why the . thesis is sometimes called the senior research paper.
Dissertation
Purpose or objectives of thesis writing
1. You may learn how to use libraries, how to read books critically and efficiently, and how to use books wisely and correctly.
2. You may familiarize yourself with the knowledge and mechanics necessary for writing a research paper.
3. You bine the course work of Thesis Writing with the actual preparation of your BA paper writing.
4. You may also gain some experience in writing long papers or reports, which most probably will be part of your future work.
Characteristics of research paper
--- You are supposed to find sth you didn't know before.
--- You should seek out many different scholarly sources to support your ideas. (objective, neutral, extensive, proven facts)
--- You are expected to do more than just summarize what you read.
--- You are supposed to draw conclusions from it.
Differences between thesis paper and essay
--- A research paper is a piece of writing based partly on investigation and evaluation of other people's work rather than on the author's personal experiences and observations only.
--- In writing a research paper you have to acknowledge your debt to the people who originally provided you with the facts or ideas you are using now for your purpose.
Research purposes
Analytical --- Use evidence to analyze different aspects of an issue.
example : 红字中的象征手法
Argumentative --- Use evidence to attempt to convince the reader of your particular stance on a debatable topic.
example: 母语对二语学习有积极作用
Major parts of a thesis paper
Title page
Chinese Abstract
English Abstract
Table of Contents
Outline
Introduction