Have you ever wondered how to write a research paper? I have, and this is what you need to know. Markman's 10 Step to Writing a Research Paper state that a research is a systematic investigation into a subject in order to discover new information. Therefore, the research process is not just "writing a paper," it is a learning experience. A new topic that a student may know nothing about can suddenly become a main area of interest. A "Eureka" idea is common for many students when beginning to research a topic. "Eureka" ideas are the basis of today's society. Without these ideas, nothing new would ever come out of old information. Every person should know how to accomplish the research process successfully. When writing an actual paper, after doing the accurate kinds of research, a few different paths may be taken. One main path is the most known and accepted. The correct path, when writing a research paper, involves ten systematic steps. If you want a well-written research paper, refer to Markman's ten-step process logically and in sequence.
             The beginning phases of writing a research paper are the most crucial. The first step is to find a subject. The topic should be one of interest, but not necessarily of familiarity. Next, a general article should be read. The purpose of reading a general article is to become oriented with the subject, and find out if it is too broad or narrow. If the subject is too large, break it down. Phrases and sentences in the article can help when it comes time for formulating a temporary thesis, which is part of the third step. The thesis should never be an open-ended question. A thesis statement, in many respects, has the same function as the topic sentence of a paragraph. Introduction to the topic or argument to be proved is done by the thesis. The other part of the third step is to formulate a temporary outline. Main ideas from the general article read can help give an ...