How to write an excellent research report using clear steps from a professional writer.

1. S^4 SUPER SUMMER
SCIENCE SEARCH
STUDY SESSION #3
Sponsored by: Cupertino Library Foundation

2. Welcome!
● Hold on to your ticket for the prize drawing

3. INTRODUCING RUSSELL LEE

4. From Research to Report
Research is like gathering
the pieces of a puzzle
Writing is like putting
the puzzle together

5. Report Structure
What is the problem or issue?
What are the consequences if it is not solved?
What is the solution you are proposing?
How will this solution solve the problem?
Why is this the best solution?
What is the plan for implementing this solution?
What are the obstacles?
If you can’t answer… do more research!

6. Workshop Part 1
Exercise
Your issue is affordable rental housing
Your solution is micro apartments
You have completed your research
It’s time to write your report!

8. Workshop Part 2
Exercise
Write one to two sentences for each:
What is the problem or issue?
What are the consequences if not solved?
What is the solution you are proposing?
How will this solution solve the problem?
Write no more than eight sentences total

10. Report Fundamentals
Structure
Clarity
Easy to read
Interesting
Persuasive
Correct format (MLA), grammar, spelling
Be fun and creative!

11. Best practices
Get an editor
Have others critique your work
Read it out loud
The best writing… is re-writing
Make it simpler and clearer… and then go back
and make it simpler and clearer
Be original, fun and creative
It can always be better!

12. It will be worth it!

13. BREAK

14. MENTORING TIME

15. REMEMBER!

16. REMEMBER!

17. KEY DATES:
-July 1: Link to entry form emailed to registered contestants
July 9: Study Session #4, 3-5 p.m.
-July 23: Study Session #5
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-August 7*: Winners are notified
-August 13, 2-4 p.m.: Awards and Celebration
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