1. Why outline? A research paper outline is necessary as it helps you come up with an essay or academic paper of superior quality. It facilitates your essay with then necessary framework or structure, which in turn helps the coherence and rationality of your paper. In addition, a lack of proper flow and structure can take a heavy toll on your grades.

2. Research Outline An effective research paper outline will almost always include the following: Title of the research paper The purpose of the research paper Introduction of the research paper Evidence, analysis and discussion Conclusion References

3. Introduction 1.Hook 2.Background 3.Thesis Statement (What are you trying to prove?

4. Body Paragraphs 1.Thesis Support #1 (1 st Major Support) a. Topic Sentence b. Break down Thesis Support #1 c. Break down Thesis Support #1 d. Break down Thesis Support #1 FIRES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Facts – Incidents – Reasons – Examples – Statistics If you use FIRES and stay focused on support for your Thesis then you are focused, thorough and impactful in your argument.

5. Body Paragraphs 1.Thesis Support #2 (2 nd Major Support) a. Topic Sentence b. Break down Thesis Support #2 c. Break down Thesis Support #2 d. Break down Thesis Support #2 FIRES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Facts – Incidents – Reasons – Examples – Statistics If you use FIRES and stay focused on support for your Thesis then you are focused, thorough and impactful in your argument.

6. A. Restate thesis (not word for word) B. Tie Thesis topics together 1. Sum up each supporting topic 2. 3. C. Concluding thoughts CONCLUSION

7. REMINDERS Must use 6 sources Must properly annotate in paper Consider block quotes and use properly Works Cited page should be flawless Any annotations should directly assist in explaining, proving or enhancing your arguments. Do not use quotes that are irrelevant.

8. REMINDERS Paper must be 5 – 7 pages Times New Roman Font Double Spaced – (No extra spaces in between paragraphs) Really Hook the reader with your topic Be thorough and focused No summaries Grammar check your work (PLEASE!!!!!)

9. REMINDERS This is a professional piece of literature that represents you. Please give it the respect and dedication that it deserves and that upholds the high standard of professionalism that you represent. Try and have fun.