Write a research paper involves both the gathering of information and developing a students own interpretation of that information. The student must stay focused on his or her chosen topic and rely upon his or her sources for information about that topic. While a students own opinions about a topic are an important part of any research process, the student must be able to support his or her conclusions by direct reference to sources. – a separate works cited page properly formatted (4 sources minimum) – specific bibliographical form for print and electronic sources in your works cited – a specific form for parenthetical (in-text) citations of the sources listed in your works cited