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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.