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Academic Writing Feature Writer: Cynthia Jones-Shoeman

Welcome to Academic Writing! Whether you're a college student writing an argumentative essay or a high school student wanting to correct common mistakes, you're in the right place.

Maybe you're trying to find out why your instructor loves to conduct peer reviews in class, or you're wondering what all the fuss about plagiarism is. If you just need a little push with getting started on your essay, you can find help here. Or, if you need help putting together your Works Cited page, you're on the right page.

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Feature Writer Articles in Academic Writing

 		Preparing In-Text Citations in MLA Format
Learning how to put together the MLA Works Cited list seems difficult enough, but in-text citations are just as important. Here are some tips.
Using Wikipedia as a Source for College Essays
Many college professors will tell students to avoid using Wikipedia as a source. Here are the reasons why and how students can still use it to help their research.
Reasons to Use Sources in One's Essay
Why use sources when writing a paper? Believe it or not, there are more reasons than "just because the professor said so."
Turn a Boring Essay Into an Interesting Paper
Why are some essays fun to read while others are difficult to get through? What things can students do to make their papers better to read?
Change a Boring Essay Into an Exciting Read
Why do some essays seem fun to read while others are impossible to get through? What things can students do to make their papers the best to read?
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Contributing Articles in Academic Writing

 		How to Do APA Style Term Paper Citations
To finish off a good social science term paper or research paper, writers need to know how to cite references using the American Psychological Association (APA).
The Theory Behind Research Papers
Research papers form an important part of every student's life. There exist some fundamental guidelines which when followed, produce a quality research paper.
Persuasive Writing
Persuasive writing essays are written in a effort to make the reader believe the writer's point of view. Well-written persuasive essays can do just that.
Medieval History Essay Topics for England
Good medieval English essay topics are found inside major episodes in English history, like the elimination of the English monasteries and the Peasant's Revolt of 1381.
What is a Thesis and Why Do I Need One?
A good thesis is essential for a well-written paper. Forming a personal connection to a given topic will point the way to a good thesis.
Organizing a Research Paper
Writing research papers is a daunting task for college freshman. The best way to organize ideas to be used in a well cited paper that flows is to create an outline.
Creating an Effective Thesis Statement
One of the most important building blocks of an academic essay is the thesis statement. This article will provide helpful guidance for strengthening a thesis.
Writing Effective Thesis Statements
One of the most important building blocks of an academic essay is the thesis statement. This article will provide helpful guidance for strengthening a thesis.
Persuasive Essay Topics for Academic Writing
Many students are faced with writing a persuasive essay with no idea what to write about. Here are lists of debate ideas and essay topics to choose for academic writing.
How to Write a Research Paper
Students often find themselves confused as to how to write a research paper. There are simple and practical ways to follow in writing a good research paper.
Writing a Five-Paragraph Essay
Use these strategies before, while, and after writing to create a clear, well-organized composition.
Building an Academic Essay
A good essay is built around a thesis. This is the first and most essential component of the form. Thus, drafting a good clear thesis is the essayist's first task.
How to Use Academic Essay Writing Services
Many custom essay sites promote their services as learning tools, and they can be beneficial resources for students who don't feel confident when writing school papers.
How to Find a Thesis
By using simple techniques, you can discover your thesis: searching for what you enjoy, locating the main idea, and finding what you want to tell your audience.
Getting the Most Out of the Research
As often as not a writer will be tempted to oversimplify, or over-dramatise information, yet the secret of good communication lies in logic.
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