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This guide will introduce students of English language and literature to the research resources that will be useful to their degree progress.
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Databases
CompPile
Searchable biblography of publications in post-secondary composition, technical writing, ESL, and rehetoric. Coverage 1939-present.
Business Expert Press
Find books on marketing, management, consumer behavior, business strategy, and much more
Online Sources
OWL @ Purdue's Professional & Technical Writing Guide
These OWL resources will help you conduct research and compose documents for the workplace, such as memoranda and business letters. This section also includes resources for writing report and scientific abstracts (Guide links are on left sidebar)
plainlanguage.gov
Plain language makes it easier for the public to read, understand, and use government communications.
Checklist for Plain Language
Use this checklist to see if your document meets plain language standards.
Plain Language for the Web
Help your readers quickly find what they need with these web writing tips.
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