WRITING TIPS: Table of Contents

The Form

More about the Form: Induction and Deduction

Netiquette

Description, Summary, and the Form

Summary and Response

Comparison and Contrast

Transition Signals for Comparison and Contrast

Sources and Documentation

Analytical Thinking

Analytical Thesis Statements

Making Analytical Connections

Transition Signals for Analysis

Analogies, Metaphors and Similes

Word Choice and Voice

Sentence Styles

Organizing Body Paragraphs

Conclusions

Essay Tests

Planning and Writing a Research Paper

Writing Your Research Prospectus

Types of Arguments

Counterargument and Refutation

Types of Fallacies

Outlining Argument

Strategic Concessions

Revising Your Logic

Revising for Concision and Clarity

Proofreading

Computer Searching

Final Draft Checklist