HUMN 210 Research Paper Outline
To gain a deeper insight into culture and globalization, you will develop a 8-10 page research paper. The focus of your paper will be an idea/invention related to science and technology from early modern period (beginning 1650) to present day.
Before you begin your outline, please be sure to review the Research Paper requirements so that you understand the assignment. Please contact your instructor with any questions regarding the research paper requirements.
Outline Template:
Note that this assignment asks you to complete an outline of your research paper. You do not have to write in complete sentences or fully-completed thoughts but can instead focus on sketching a rough draft of your ideas through bullet points and short phrases.
Introduction (1-2 pages)
• Grab the reader’s attention with a strong hook.
• Present a clear thesis statement including the idea/invention selected.
• Preview the main points in the body of the paper.
Body (6-8 pages)
• Summarize the idea/invention, its origin, and history.
• Based on your research, generate 3-4 additional points about your idea/invention.
• For each of your body points, discuss the idea/invention as well as its impact on world culture.
Conclusion (1 page)
• Provide a summary of the main points in the body of the paper.
• Re-state the thesis statement of the paper.
• End with a final thought that will resonate with the audience.