Academic Writing Essentials
Core skills and techniques for clear, confident academic writing.
Academic Writing Essentials · Page 3
A Quick and Easy Guide to the MLA Works Cited Page in Academic Documents
Today we're taking a look at the MLA works cited page and reviewing the style guidelines for formatting references in the bibliography.
What Not to Write on a Resume: 8 Statements You Should Avoid
Understanding what not to write on a resume requires analyzing if what you are saying actually makes sense.
[Infographic] Help For Writer’s Block: 7 Tips to Boost Your Creativity
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When to Use a Semi-Colon
Knowing is something that does not come easily to many writers, and many people are confused as to when a comma or colon should be used in favor of…
Em Dash vs. En Dash: A Quick and Simple Guide
In the battle of the em dash vs.
When to Use Exclamation Marks
It isn’t easy to grasp the concept of , especially in today’s world where they seem to be more common than Charlie Sheen’s trips to his local liquo…
How to Write Theses Statements That Grab Your Readers by The Balls
It’s easy to write great papers about some topics, such as your love of rally car driving, how you pulled the girl of your dreams, or why Britney…
8 Quick Tips for Writing an Academic Proposal
An academic proposal constitutes your first step towards producing your thesis or dissertation.
Choosing a Persuasive Essay Topic: Dos and Don’ts
Choosing the right persuasive essay topic one is the first step towards getting the grade that you want.
14 Punctuation Marks Everyone Needs to Master
We've all "seen" them. They seem to show up "everywhere" these days, more often than not when they shouldn't—like in this sentence!
The Secrets to Writing Amazing Argumentative Essays
Argumentative essays often strike fear deep into the heart of even the most dedicated students; there really is no need.
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