Introduction
When writing a research paper, the writer/researcher should ensure that before starting the paper, he or she has done extensive research; the extent of the research depends on the depth of the analysis required. Before writing the paper, it is important to ensure that the right tone, mood, and language have been set to produce either an augmentative paper or a descriptive paper (Fleming, 2011). This report discusses the strategies and approach that I use when writing research papers; it will also look into the editing approach I used when revising the paper.
Writing style and strategies
The paper was an augmentative paper where I needed to collect data from secondary sources and base my augment. The topic of discussion was “Obesity problem in the United States,” there are numerous materials on the internet addressing these issues, however, the sources have a different reputation, and the ones to be used needed to be well scrutinized.
On the internet, there are several personal comments and documentaries on the issues; however, these sources were disregarded since their quality could not be guaranteed. The main sources that were used came from institutional information, government press news, government institutions, scholar books, and journals, and peer-reviewed journals. After using the materials, they were cited using the APA system effectively (the entire paper was formatted as an APA style).
After developing the materials to use, I focused on my topic where I compared different ideas, research, and viewpoints as brought about by the texts, I ensured that I used current materials since the trend in the issue is changing and needed updated information. I then came up with the draft that had major points and learning objectives; from the draft, I developed the final draft (Purdue online writing lab, 2011).
Problems encountered
The main problem that was uncounted when writing this paper is determining the material that had the most current and quality information; the figures given from different sources were different and I had to make a personal decision on the figures and specific materials I will use. I chose to follow the data offered by the Institute of Medicine.
Similarities and differences of my work and work of others
Two things are coming out from my analysis and that of my colleagues; that is obesity is on the rise in the United States however, it can be cured, prevented. Obesity can be done away with if people are well educated on good eating habits and physical exercises.
The difference that my research had with that of my peers was the approach that we took, in Unit 2, I looked at the issue from a general point; however, in Unit three, I narrowed down to obesity in children and what the government can do; my approach aimed at adding more specific value to the solution of the problem. My peers retained a general view and approach to the problem.
Discussion Board response
Obesity is on the rise in the United States; the trend is not seen to end shortly; however if all Americans play their role, it can be ended in a short period. The areas that we need to address are nutrition and physical exercises.
Comment on other postings
I appreciate your postings and the way you suggest that obesity should be dealt with; however, the comments seem to assume the role young people can play to help the society fight obesity. The youth role should be guiding their siblings on the right feeding and physical exercising; it is likely to yield more results if they lead by example. The youth should also train their parents and community members on health, social and economic problems brought by obesity (Kopelman, 2005).
References
Fleming, G. (2011). How to Write an Argument Essay. Web.
Kopelman, G. (2005). Clinical obesity in adults and children: In Adults and Children. New Jersey: Blackwell Publishing.
Purdue online writing lab.(2011). The Argumentative Essay. Web.