README.md

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title: Turabian Research Argument Assistant
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# Turabian Research Argument Assistant

A comprehensive step-by-step tool for developing research arguments based on Kate L. Turabian's "A Manual for Writers of Research Papers, Theses, and Dissertations" (9th Edition).

## Features

🎯 **Complete 6-Stage Process:**
- **Stage 1**: Commonsense Argument Development
- **Stage 2**: Transition to Research Framework  
- **Stage 3**: Full Argument Assembly (4 sub-stages)
  - 3A: Claim Development
  - 3B: Evidence Mapping
  - 3C: Objection Analysis
  - 3D: Warrant Identification
- **Stage 4**: Draft Planning (4 sub-stages)
  - 4A: Storyboard Creation
  - 4B: Organization Planning
  - 4C: Introduction & Conclusion
  - 4D: Key Terms
- **Stage 5**: Drafting Guidance
- **Stage 6**: Revision Checklist

## How to Use

1. **Start with Stage 1** - Enter your basic topic or research idea
2. **Progress sequentially** - Each stage builds on the previous
3. **Copy outputs** - Use results from one stage as input for the next
4. **Follow Turabian's method** - Don't skip stages

## Perfect For

- Graduate students writing theses/dissertations
- Researchers developing academic papers
- Students learning research methodology
- Anyone following Turabian's citation style and argument structure

## Based On

Kate L. Turabian's "A Manual for Writers of Research Papers, Theses, and Dissertations" - the definitive guide for academic research writing used by millions of students and researchers worldwide.

## Technical Details

- **Model**: Llama 3.3 70B Instruct
- **Framework**: Gradio on Hugging Face Spaces
- **Features**: Sequential workflow, specialized prompts, copy-friendly outputs

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*Start building stronger research arguments today with Turabian's proven methodology!*