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Have you ever started an essay without knowing what your lecturer is really looking for? Do you wonder why some of your essays receive better scores than others? This engagingly written book uncovers what markers look for and demystifies the secrets of effective writing. Each chapter covers a core element of effective essay writing, from analysing the question through to constructing a conclusion, and provides clear guidelines to apply in your own work.
This book will help you to:
- -Understand the characteristics of high quality essays
- - Organise your thoughts and structure your writing
- - Engage convincingly with others’ work
- - Craft effective paragraphs
- - Demonstrate critical thinking
Essentials of Essay Writing is the ideal resource for busy students looking for practical guidance on improving their academic work.
JAMIE Q ROBERTS is a Learning Advisor at the University of New South Wales, Australia.
List of contents
Introduction
What Markers Look For
Addressing the Question
Critical Thinking
Engaging with Others' Work
Academic Expression
Structure and Signposting
Writing Introductions
Writing Conclusions
Writing Paragraphs
Appendix 1: Analysis of three essays
Appendix 2: Answers to activities.
About the author
Jamie Q Roberts is a Learning Advisor at the University of New South Wales, Australia.
Summary
This engaging text shows students what markers look for in their work and helps them to develop the skills they need to produce a first-class essay. It focuses on all the core elements of effective essay writing, including devising a question, critical thinking, engaging with the literature and structuring an essay. Chapters include clear and concise guidance on meeting marking criteria, illustrated with real students’ essays from a range of disciplines, and activities which encourage students to put their new skills into practice.
This is an essential resource for all university students for whom essays and coursework form part of their assessment. It is also ideal for further education students and those preparing for university-level study.
Foreword
This engaging text shows students what markers look for in their work and helps them to develop the skills they need to produce a first-class essay.
