Research Essay OutlineIntroduction (pg15-16, pg60-62)This stage starts with very general background information, gradually becomes more specific. It also Part 1 Orientation to the topic often includes definitions of important terms that will be used in the essay.Part 2 Outline This stage very briefly outlines the topics or positions that the essay will move through. It may also include the essay’s purpose.Abk Part 3 Thesis (pg57, 86, 88-92) This stage states the argument or proposition that the essay will set out to prove. It may also state the purpose of the essay.Part 4 Scope This stage states the limits of the topic to be covered in the essay. It shows what the focus is within the broad topic area.Body (pg37, 79-84)Issue 1Argument Counter-argument RefutationConclusion (pg72-74)Issue 2 Argument Counter-argument RefutationHelpful Hints Full model essay pg 12-14 Full essay analysis pg15-22Part 1 Summary This stage very briefly outlines the topics or positions that the essay has covered.Part 2 Restatement of thesis This stage confirms the essay thesisPart 3 Expansion of thesis This stage is a justification of the thesis, identifying any special focus that has arisen or to expressing any implications or recommendations.Referencing (pg43-47)Must be on a separate page and double spaced. Please refer to additional notes given toyou by David.
