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Adams State University

Nielsen Library

ENG 443 (Baker)

Your Assignment

7-12 Pages Typed
MLA Format
Color Code Quotes and References to Other Research
Three Primary Sources
Three Secondary Sources
Submit Through Turn It In

Quick Primary Source Quiz

Writing the Paper

Figure out the primary sources (or at least one primary source) you'd like to write about.
Do preliminary research to identify relevant critical theory.
Start to construct your thesis statement.
Do in-depth research to support your argument.

Library Resources

JSTOR
Online archive of thousands of core journals in the arts and sciences. Does not usually have journal issues from the most recent 3-5 years.
Adams State Library Catalog
Contains records of all print resources in Adams State Library, and some electronic resources. Allows users to check their records, renew books, and request items be placed on hold.
*EBSCO Search: English*
Searches Academic Search Complete, and MLA International Bibliography.

Google Tips

Do a site search.

Use Google Scholar and Google Books.

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