Basic requirements for Author Research Project 2024:
You will complete a research paper on the author of your choice as approved by your teacher.
You may work with a partner if you choose; however, it is not required.
The paper will be 3-5 pages in length (not including title page and works cited).
An outline must be developed and turned in for a grade (see timeline).
A rough draft must be developed and turned in for a grade (see timeline).
A works cited page (MLA format) must be documented and turned in with the rough draft.
Remember that you must have a minimum of three resources including one website/webpage and at least two database resources (access through Libguides – click on “Databases” tab). Ideally you will also have a print resource if one is available (we will have a cart of reference books from the library available in the classroom to assist with this).
Essays should follow the standard expectations of style:
12 point standard-type font (Times New Roman, Arial, Courier, etc.) and double-spaced
1 inch margins
Black ink
Title page with author and student’s name/students’ names, date, and period number