Writing guide

Intro

So you were just given an assignment: the dreaded paper. But writing an academic paper doesn’t have to be a drag. In fact, it can be a thought provoking experience. It can challenge you to develop yourself as a writer and to think about your topic in greater detail.

So do not fear the paper! EasyBib’s Writing Center is here to help!

Keep in mind that there is no one ‘correct’ way to write a paper. Everyone has a slightly different style. Feel free to go back and forth between the steps of this writing guide. Writing is hardly ever a linear process and always involves revision and correction.

Furthermore, different teachers have different preferences for papers. Some of these are formatting-related–how a header looks, for example. Others are related to specific words, phrases, or types of content. Check with your teacher to learn about his/her preferences for writing. If possible, ask if you can see a sample essay to get an idea of what they are looking for.

Here are the main sections you’ll find within:

I. Brainstorm

II. Research

III. Outline

IV. Write

V. Proofread & Revise

Note: This is a general writing guide. Information from this guide can be applied to different types of essays (expository, descriptive, etc.) and different types of subjects (English, history, political science, etc.). Any information directed towards a particular subject is denoted as such.