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Unique Research Paper Topic Ideas
Getting started on research paper assignments means first choosing a topic. Obviously, the topic has to relate in some way to the coursework, although sometimes in an English comp class, you will have total freedom in topic selection. And, as long as you will be spending hours and hours conducting research and writing about a topic, your first step should be selecting a one that interests you.
Posted by Laura Callisen 13 May 2015
An Explanation of the Purpose of a Descriptive Essay
A descriptive essay is written in order to get the reader to understand something through the use of descriptive language. In a narrative essay, the reader is told a story. Through that story, they are able to piece together descriptions of the people, places, items, and events that are discussed. In a descriptive essay, there is no story that is being related to the audience. Students often confuse these two purposes.
Posted by Andy Preisler 04 May 2015
What is the Purpose of a Persuasive Essay?
Everyone understands the definition of the word “persuade.” Basically, it means to attempt to convince someone or a group of someones that a particular position on an issue is the correct one. Thus, car manufacturers attempt to persuade that their models are the best on the market; soft drink makers try to convince us that their products taste the best; even Match.com advertises itself as the best dating service on the web.
Posted by Laura Callisen 24 Apr 2015
Creative Writing Prompts Examples That you Looked For
A lot of essay assignments leave options for students within generalized topic and type areas. For example, an instructor may simply say, “Write a persuasive essay on the topic of immigration reform.” The student is then left to identify a smaller topic within that general area, formulate an opinion on it, and then conduct the research and produce the essay.
Posted by Laura Callisen 22 Apr 2015
Interesting Compare and Contrast Essay Topics
No idea on what topic to write your compare and contrast paper? Find a perfect compare and contrast essay topics list completed by experts.
Posted by Laura Callisen 20 Apr 2015
Boring Essays? Change up Your Transition Words and Phrases for Essays!
What are transitional words for essays? These are words and phrases that provide a logical connection from one phrase, statement, or idea to another.
Posted by Laura Callisen 11 Apr 2015
Persuasive Essay Topic Ideas – Everybody's Got an Opinion!
The persuasive essay can actually be an enjoyable experience, if you have a topic about which you feel strongly. Before you “put pen to paper,” however, you need to understand the purpose of a persuasive essay and how you construct one that is effective and compelling.
The persuasive is not the same as an argumentative essay.
Posted by Laura Callisen 07 Apr 2015
10 Teachers Cliched Quotes... Did YOU get it over too?
Do you remember that angry and searching gaze when you are late for the first lesson, because that amazing soft pillow simply does not late you go....
Posted by Laura Callisen 30 Mar 2015
10 Things I Now Know About Narrative Essay Writing
I always thought I knew how to write a narrative essay. In high school, we wrote a few of them, and I always got good grades, I think, because my grammar and punctuation were excellent. Now I realize that my English teachers really were not grading on style or content and were doing me a dis-service!
Posted by Andy Preisler 23 Dec 2014
How to Write a Research Paper For College
Research papers at the university level can count for up to 50% of one’s course grade. It is a bit frightening to think that one project can be so important, but many professors believe they are more important than final exams or other coursework assignments.
Posted by Laura Callisen 17 Sep 2014
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