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Outlines

Learn how to create an outline for your paper, presentation, speech, or other research assignment.

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Four Main Components for Effective Outlines (Purdue OWL)
Learn how to write an effective outline, from the Purdue OWL's Writing Process guide.
How to Outline...by Outlining (UC Berkeley)
This worksheet from UC's Student Learning Center provides an outline that demonstrates the purpose of outlines.

How to Create an Outline [VIDEO]

Check out this video from CSM Professor Tamara Gibbs-Franklin!

Last Updated: Aug 29, 2025 2:43 PM
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