The Curious Researcher: A Guide to Writing Research Papers, Books a la Carte Edition Plus MyLab Writing with eText -- Access Card Package (8th Edition)

Ballenger, Bruce

ISBN 10: 0321996291 ISBN 13: 9780321996299

Publisher: Pearson, 2014

Synopsis

Featuring an engaging, direct writing style and inquiry-based approach, this popular research guide stresses that curiosity is the best reason for investigating ideas and information.

 

An appealing alternative to traditional research texts, The Curious Researcher stands apart for its motivational tone, its conversational style, and its conviction that research writing can be full of rewarding discoveries. Offering a wide variety of examples from student and professional writers, this popular guide shows that good research and lively writing do not have to be mutually exclusive. Students are encouraged to find ways to bring their writing to life, even though they are writing with “facts.” A unique chronological organization sets up achievable writing goals while it provides week-by-week guidance through the research process. Full explanations of the technical aspects of writing and documenting source-based papers help students develop sound research and analysis skills. The text also includes up-to-date coverage of MLA and APA styles.

About this title

About the Author

Bruce Ballenger is the author of four books, including The Curious Researcher, a student guide to writing research papers, and Beyond Note Cards: Rethinking the Freshman Research Paper. His fifth book, forthcoming from Allyn & Bacon and coauthored with Michelle Payne, is Readings for the Curious Researcher. Bruce's articles and creative nonficiton have appeared in publications ranging from College English to the Boston Globe. He currently directs the writing program at Boise State University.

Edition details

• Publisher: Pearson
• Publication date: 2014
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0321996291
• ISBN 13: 9780321996299
• Binding: Loose Leaf
• Number of pages: 416