How to Write a Research/Term Paper

Video Summary
Curious about how to start your next paper or writing assignment? Our video describes different strategies you can use to create the best outline for you.
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Title or Working Title of Paper

1. Introduction
   1. The background
   2. The thesis statement
2. Body
   1. First major category of support
      1. Supporting detail
      2. Supporting detail
      3. Supporting detail
   2. Second major category of support
      1. Supporting detail
      2. Supporting detail
   3. Third major category of support
      1. Supporting detail
      2. Supporting detail
3. Conclusion
   1. Review of the major categories of support
   2. The answer, solution, or final option