V. Writing an Outline
Writing an outline can be a very useful step between the research process and the actual writing of your paper. An outline will help you develop a better overall view of your research topic and will make it much easier to understand how the parts (subtopics) of your paper relate to each other and fit together.
A working outline can help you keep track of:
- different aspects or subtopics of your subject,
- the sources you use
- and your own changing views as your knowledge and understanding of your subject develops.
Helpful Links for Developing an Outline
- Why and How to Create a Useful Outline by Purdue University’s Online Writing Lab (OWL)
- Types of Outlines and Samples by Purdue University’s Online Writing Lab (OWL)
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