Theresa Bell Writing Centre Coordinator Creating a Document Plan © Royal Roads University,

Creating a Document Plan Helps you stay on track Identifies holes in your research or logic before you start to write Helps to prevent writer’s block Allows you to own the writing process Reasons for creating a plan

Use a plan that will work for you 1.Choose your topic 2.Brainstorm 3.Identify connections 4.Determine thesis statement 5.Theme your ideas 6.Create the map 7.Check components for missing pieces The MBTI types and what they can learn about writing Learn more about MBTI preferences

1. Choose Topic & Brainstorm Ideas Royal Roads University Peacocks Focus on teamwork Online & F2F learning Gardens Applied programs Returning learners Choose topic and brainstorm ideas

Identify connections

Thesis Statement/Research Question Should be specific because it outlines the parameters of the study e.g., Royal Roads University is unique because of its history, Hatley Park, wildlife, and educational programs. Determine thesis statement

1. History ◦ First Nations ◦ Heritage trees ◦ The Dunsmuirs ◦ Royal Roads Military College ◦ Quarterdeck ◦ Royal Roads University 2. Wildlife ◦ Cougars ◦ Deer ◦ Peacocks 3. Hatley Park ◦ Unique ecosystems ◦ Gardens ◦ Hiking paths 4. Educational programs ◦ Focus on life-long learning ◦ Workplace learners ◦ Applied focus ◦ Blended model of delivery Group ideas

Create the plan

© 2007 P. Laberge. Reproduced with permission. Example major research project plan

Create the plan

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