committing plagiarism.
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- Oct 2025
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You do not need to cite common, widespread knowledge.
Is common knowledge clearly defined though? Do we cite just in case it is not widespread knowledge?
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you need to cite it.
Crucial. AI deserves credit too, if used.
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Read your paper aloud to catch errors, and use spell check on your computer to correct any typos.
If you're reading it out loud, you could do it in front of a mirror to practice presentation. It does help with punctuation and overall flow.
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avoid ending a paper with new ideas or a thesis you have not already supported or explained in the paper.
I need to keep this in mind.
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Each Part
Meticulously analyze every detail.
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After doing all this by yourself, seek help from others.
This is the hardest part but, personally, the most enjoyable.
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a writer might notice that one idea needs to be developed more thoroughly and another idea omitted.
don't be afraid to omit; expand on key moments.
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- Sep 2025
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while, however, nevertheless, but, and similarly, as well as phrases like on the other hand and for example, can serve as transitions between sentences and ideas.
these seem cliché. i get the idea, but are there more creative ways to transition?
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Genius! End on a question.
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Narrowing the focus means breaking up the topic into subtopics or more specific points.
Very helpful. Currently also taking a mental note.
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brainstorming, idea mapping, and searching the Internet.
This is a natural start for creative writing, personally.
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brainstorming, idea mapping, and searching the Internet.
This is a natural start for creative writing, personally.
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assignment’s purpose and its audience.
This helps me with structure and focus.
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recipe, ingredients, and proper tools to cook a delicious meal
I love this analogy.
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Engage with digital text by highlighting, annotating, and tabbing areas
This is a first for me, and I find it very helpful.
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How might I use this text again in the future?
This provides insights for life.
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How does this assignment relate to other course readings or to concepts discussed in class?
This allows preparation for the inevitable final exam.
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Often your instructors will tell you what they expect you to get out of the reading:
this helps me focus when reading.
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worth 1000 words. i want the t-shirt.
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examine
dissect
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synthesis
two old become one new
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evaluate
test or challenge
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summarize
consolidate main points
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In the worst case scenario, when you have completed all of these steps and a professor still fails to provide you with the clarity you are looking for, discuss your questions with fellow classmates.
Also creates a familiarity and flow for future tasks.
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asks a friend or colleague to read what she has written
Vital for development.
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getting only three hours of sleep
The worst.
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waiting until the night before the due date
The best!
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Vary your verb choices to create descriptive and engaging writing.
Verb flavor.
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Use Precise Diction
Type those longer words and extra descriptors.
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attitude toward a subject or another person
Welcoming and interesting tones. Nectar attracts more hummingbirds than vinegar. Unless it is intentional and stylistic to be otherwise.
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the role the audience plays in your writing
Getting out of our own head and into the head, or psychology, of the target audience adds depth of writing and appeal.
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