The first keyword here is developing. While we often quickly compose and deliver messages, thoughtfully following the writing process leads to more reliably effective messaging. Each part of the process involves aspects of supporting your messages to improve credibility, integrity, and professionalism as you enter conversation with other experts in the field.
But why research what you already know? This short video gives a simple, clear example.
Each box below provides resources to guide you through developing and supporting your communications.
Every argument should be carefully constructed following the writing process, which is detailed on the Writing Process page.
The process of writing with research support is a bit more complicated. This video series explains why we research, how to do it, and how to use researched information and APA in our writing. Be sure to look for other resources on the full writing process, especially those on organizing and outlining your ideas and source information BEFORE drafting!
Introduction (0:45)
Part 1: Why do we research? (2:55)
Part 1A: When in the writing process do we research? (10:23)
Part 1B: How do we use the Research Notes Journal? (14:22)
Part 2: What are the three ways to use research in any composition? (10:50)
Part 3: How do we integrate sources and citations (with model paragraph)? (14:00)
Part 4: How do we write a references page? (14:45)
Conclusion (5:25)
Resources coming soon!
Even though we can access almost anything with a few clicks, it's hard to find the good stuff and distinguish it from misleading, manipulative, and otherwise poor quality sources. Information literacy helps you swim through these dangerous waters.
Tools for managing and citing your research sources
Support your writing and your personal credibility with quality sources. Here's how!
DeVry University uses APA Style for research and documentation across all programs and courses. The APA Style website provides the best guidance for researching and writing.
The DeVry Writing Center (DWC) provides writing and communication resources to support students, faculty, colleagues and alumni. It is open to the public, though some resources have restricted access. Resource sharing and adaptation are permitted in line with the Creative Commons CC BY-NC-SA 4.0 deed. The DWC is a collaborative effort by the DeVry University's College of Liberal Arts and Sciences and Library, with the support of other departments from Admissions to Alumni Relations.
Share new resources, feedback, or suggestions with the Writing Center Coordinator.
Michael Dufresne, Professor, CoLAS National Faculty - MDufresne@DeVry.edu
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