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Welcome to Research Help for High School, a collection of research materials collated and maintained by the University of Southern Queensland Library. Please click on the headings to find a list of resources in your subject area.
Welcome to Research Help for High School, a collection of research materials collated and maintained by the University of Southern Queensland Library. Please click on the headings to find a list of resources in your subject area.
Developing good writing skills is essential for high school. It is essential to write with clear
structure so your reader can understand your message easily. While it is
important to follow your specified format, this resource may help you develop your structure and improve your writing flow.
How to structure an introduction clearly and logically.
How to structure an essay conclusion logically and end strongly.
How to structure an effective academic paragraph.
Improve your writing by being succinct. Learning how to write concisely and precisely.
Learn how to write thesis statements which clearly state the position of argument of your essay.
Examples of informal or conversational English compared with more appropriate, formal alternatives for academic writing.
Learn editing and proofreading strategies to improve your writing and make sure you have addressed the broader structural aspects of your assignment as well as the fine details.
Use this checklist to to double check your assignment before you submit it.
Use this checklist to avoid these common errors in your writing.
Overview of reflective writing style, including the process and examples of language use.
How to structure an entry for an annotated bibliography.
How to read more effectively and efficiently, especially with large amounts or difficult content.
Practical suggestions to help improve your reading and notetaking efficiency and effectiveness.
Create a winning search strategy: Finding the right information for your assignment requires you to understand your topic to identify, locate and evaluate appropriate resources. Developing an effective search strategy (choosing relevant search terms) will save you time, ensure you find the best information available, and also help you avoid overlooking relevant information.
Evaluate your resources: Determine whether the information you found is suitable for your assignment.