I search the word

Composition and Communication“I Search the Word” Research Paper


GOAL: Students will explore and utilize various forms of research.
You will choose an intangible word randomly. Each student has a different word that is pre- approved by the instructor.

INTANGIBLE WORDS

PLEASE SELECT ONE
PLEASE RECORD YOUR SELECTION ON THE SIGN-UP SHEET

Love
Vanity
Infatuation
Nothingness
Betrayal
Solitude
Trust
Inspiration
Charity
Time
Faith
Harmony
Honesty
Freedom
Heaven
Hell
Fear
Grief
Patience
Envy
Happiness
Hate
Emptiness
Loyalty
Past
Future
Present
Weakness
Deception
Vengeance
Purity
Revenge
Death
Pride
Life
Cowardice
Lust
Selfishness
Nightmare
Dream
Fairness
Principles
Charity
Anger
Sorrow
Strength
Confusion
Wish
Doubt
Soul
Optimism
Comfort
Curiosity
Horror
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Directions
I SEARCH- THE WORD


You need to research the word in all of the sources listed below.
Make sure you write down all the REFERENCE INFORMATION for each source; title, author or editor, the year and place of publication, and page number.
Introduce your word and include the following info)

A. Introduction - (Introduce your word and provide and overview, relationship or thoughts about this word)

B. Body Paragraph #1 (Include the following info)
1. The Unabridged Dictionary
a. Copy the etymology (history and derivation of the word). If there is no history listed use an etymology dictionary. Make note of any previous meanings and how the word developed.
b. Copy its first and/ or most important usage definition of the word. You can copy as many definitions as needed to fully explain your word.
c. Write citation for the Dictionary

2. The Thesaurus
a. Look up your word in the Thesaurus.
b. Copy the first group of synonyms and all the bold faced words.
c. Write citation for the Thesaurus

C. Paragraph #2 (include the following info)

1. The Concordance to the Bible
a. Find a verse that contains your word.
b. Cross reference to an actual Bible
c. Write citation for the Bible.
d. Copy your bible reference passage completely including Book, Chapter and Verse reference.
e. Explain the meaning of the passage.

D. Paragraph #3 (include the following info)
1. The Concordance to Shakespeare
a. Find a passage that contains your word.
b. Write down the name of the Play, the Act, Scene, and Line number or line of Poetry.
c. Then go to a copy of the Complete Works of Shakespeare and find your passage.
d. Write down the entire speech which contains your word.
e. Include the speaker’s name and the context in which he is speaking
f. Write a citation for the Complete Works of Shakespeare.

E. Paragraph #4 (include the following info)
1. Granger’s Index to Poetry
a. Find your word in Granger’s Index and check to see if our library has the Anthology that includes the poem you have found.
b. Find your poem in one of our Poetry Anthologies.
c. Copy the entire poem or stanza from the poem that includes your word.
d. Write down the title, author, and page number of your poem.
e. Explain the poem to your reader.
f. Write a citation for the Poetry Anthology that you use.

F. Paragraph #5 ( include the following info)
1. The Book of Quotations
a. Find a quotation in the book that uses your word.
b. Copy the entire quote and the page number where you found it.
c. List the name of the person who said or wrote the quotation.Explain where the quote came from- a book, a play, a speech, a poem, etc.
d. Explain the context and meaning of the quote.
e. Write a citation for the particular book where you found the quote


G. Power Library- Omni File – Student Research Center
a. Find an article that deals with your word.
b. Write down the Author, title, page number, publication, publication volume and issue, data base information, editors.
c. Locate the article, read it, and summarize the article

H. Personal Interviews
a. Interview your grandparents and / or your parents plus one other person
b. Write down what they think your word means OR a story they can personally connect to the word.
c. Write down the full name, date and time

I. Paragraph #6 (concluding remarks)
1. Summarize what you have learned about this word
2. The importance of the “concept” of this intangible word
3. The relevance of this word as it pertains to your life or the lives of others.
4. Restate the meaning from paragraph #1.


II. You are required to turn in a research notebook.

III. Citations: Format - click on this link

or use http://www.noodletools.com/

HOW TO WRITE THE REPORT
1. This paper is as much about the process of discovering your word as it is about your word. Follow the outline below:

a. Introduction: Paragraph #1: Write the most interesting aspect you discovered about your word.

b. Paragraph #2: Tell the story of your search for information about your word. Be sure to describe all of the difficulties you encountered during this search.
(This may be incorporated within each of your body paragraphs for a smoother paper)

c. Body Paragraphs #3-11: Write one paragraph on each source. Each paragraph should contain a summary of your information, and personal comments on what you found. Remember you are reporting on what you learned. All the information you find and include in your paper should be cited and included in full. (poems, definition, etc.)

d. Conclusion: Paragraph #12: Write your response to this project. Overall, what did you learn? Did you like this method? Were you frustrated by some of the search, if so, what particular area? Did you amaze yourself with the reference books?

2. Reference Information Page: Bibliography and Works Cited Pages: Include a page here where you cite the complete sources of all your information (bib). Then use a works cited page for all the information you used in the paper. (works cited)

3. Collage: Create a visual presentation of the word. Using PowerPoint or Microsoft Publisher as your medium, create a collage that can include words, pictures, etc. that expresses the meaning of your word.


Academic Content Standards:
15.1.11A- Write with a distinctive focus.
1.5.11B- Write using well-developed content appropriate for the topic.
1.5.11C- Write with controlled organization




Academic Content Strategies
1.5.11.A Write with a distinctive focus
1.5.11.B Write using well developed content appropriate for the topic
1.5.11.C Write with controlled organization