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PRIMARY SOURCES#1
Original documents or evidence from the time being studied, such as letters, photographs, and official records.
SECONDARY SOURCES#2
Works that analyze, interpret, or summarize primary sources, including books, articles, and documentaries.
HISTORICAL CONTEXT#3
The background information surrounding a historical event, including social, political, and economic factors.
RESEARCH QUESTION#4
A specific query that guides the focus of a research project, linking historical events to modern issues.
SOURCE EVALUATION#5
The process of assessing the reliability and relevance of sources used in research.
LITERATURE REVIEW#6
A survey of existing research and publications related to a specific topic or research question.
THESIS STATEMENT#7
A concise summary of the main point or claim of a research paper, guiding the argument.
CITATION#8
A reference to a source used in research, following a specific format to credit original authors.
ACADEMIC INTEGRITY#9
The ethical code of conduct in academia, emphasizing honesty and responsibility in research and writing.
NARRATIVE STRUCTURE#10
The organizational framework of a research paper, shaping how information and arguments are presented.
RESEARCH METHODS#11
Techniques and strategies used to gather, analyze, and interpret data in historical research.
BIASES#12
Preconceived notions or perspectives that can affect the interpretation of historical sources.
HISTORICAL ANALYSIS#13
The examination of historical events to understand their causes, effects, and relevance to present issues.
EVIDENCE#14
Information or data used to support claims or arguments in a research paper.
INTERPRETATION#15
The process of explaining the significance or meaning of historical data and events.
PEER REVIEW#16
A process where research is evaluated by experts in the field before publication, ensuring quality.
TIMELINE#17
A graphical representation of events in chronological order, used to illustrate historical developments.
CONTEXTUALIZATION#18
Placing historical events within a broader framework to understand their significance and impact.
QUALITATIVE RESEARCH#19
Research that focuses on understanding human behavior and experiences through non-numerical data.
QUANTITATIVE RESEARCH#20
Research that involves the collection and analysis of numerical data to identify patterns.
SYNTHESIS#21
Combining information from various sources to create a cohesive understanding of a topic.
PERSPECTIVE#22
A particular attitude or viewpoint that influences how historical events are interpreted.
ARGUMENTATION#23
The process of developing and presenting a reasoned case to support a thesis in research.
DRAFTING#24
The initial writing phase of a research paper, focusing on organizing ideas and arguments.
REVISION#25
The process of reviewing and improving a draft to enhance clarity, coherence, and quality.
PRESENTATION SKILLS#26
Techniques for effectively communicating research findings to an audience.