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Some Differences Between Traditional and Hypertextual Research Papers
 
Traditional Research Paper

 
Hypertext Research Project

  • Has one clear consistent focus
  • May have shifting center
  • Argues a single line of reasoning
  • May contain several alternative lines of reasoning
  • Allows only text and graphics
  • May include graphics, sound, animation, as well as text
  • Is static and fixed once in print
  • Is dynamic and subject to change
  • Uses verbal transition words and sequential placement to connect relationships among ideas
  • Uses links related to content words/phrases and hypertrails to connect relationships among ideas
  • Requires skill mainly in manipulating words adroitly
  • Requires technical skill and skill in manipulating sounds and images, as well as words
  • Has one clear entrance into the text
  • May have many possible entrance points
  • Usually doesn’t repeat key points over and over again
  • Is likely to repeat key points at various possible entry points

* Student Examples: Aimee, Julie M., Amber, Don, Katie, Bryan, Holly, Julie S.