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Writing Activities
Cubing: This technique helps you look at your subject from six different points of view (imagine the 6 sides of a cube and you get the idea). Take your topic or idea and 1) describe it, 2) compare it, 3) associate it with something else you know, 4) analyze it (meaning break it into parts), 5)… Continue reading
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Nine Basic Ways to Improve Your Style in Academic Writing
1. Use ACTIVE VOICE Don’t say: “The stepmother’s house was cleaned by Cinderella.” (Passive.) Say instead: “Cinderella cleaned the stepmother’s house.” (Active voice.) Passive voice construction (“was cleaned”) is reserved for those occasions where the “do-er” of the action is unknown. Example: “Prince Charming saw the glass slipper that was left behind.” 2. Mix it up in terms of PUNCTUATION… Continue reading
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ENGL110 Argument Essay Tips – From Professor Cynthia Spence
Research is required for all academic essays, but that does not make them a research essay. To be classified as a research essay, the writer must answer a specific question. To be classified as an argument essay, the writer must propose a specific, doable action. An argument essay is not a personal opinion or a debate,… Continue reading
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ENGL 110 Reflective Essay Tips
The P.O.W.E.R. writing process The P.O.W.E.R. writing process is a helpful method for organizing your thoughts and creating effective written content. Let’s break down each step: By following the P.O.W.E.R. method, you’ll not only write faster but also create content that others can better understand. Happy writing! 📝✨ For more details, you can refer to the source1. CHOOSING… Continue reading
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Analyzing a text
When you analyze an essay or article, consider these questions: Written texts Visual texts Inductive reasoning, a way of thinking that makes sense of things by making specific observations and then drawing broad conclusions based on those observations, is a great way to come to a probable conclusion. Ask three simple questions of the evidence… Continue reading
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Active Reading
Reading actively means making connections between your current knowledge and what you are reading, and asking yourself questions as you read. Continue reading
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Tutor Expo
A tutor expo is an event or exhibition where tutors can showcase their skills, expertise, and services to potential students or clients. Continue reading
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ESL 108 – Compare and Contrast Essay
I took some notes for myself in the ESL class I’m embedded in at my local university. Continue reading
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How to do research
Welcome to the Eng 110 review session. I’m Sharon and I’m going to help you today on whatever you need. Research papers are important in academia. Why? A few reasons: They contribute to new knowledge and encourage critical thinking. It’s common to have trouble with finding a research topic, gathering information, and formulating a thesis.… Continue reading