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    Essay Writing: A

    Comprehensive
    Guide
    This guide covers brainstorming, research, and planning.
    Learn how to develop a strong essay.
    Brainstorming
    Techniques
    1 Mind Maps
    Generate ideas around a central concept. Connect
    and expand upon initial thoughts.

    2 Step-Based Model
    Draft, critique, order, and anticipate reader needs. A
    structured approach to brainstorming.
    Researching Your Essay
    1 Start with Brainstorming
    Identify what you already know. See gaps in
    your knowledge.

    2 Use Academic Databases


    Find reliable sources. Deepen your
    understanding of the topic.

    3 Refine with Keywords


    Use specific terms. Improve search results and
    find relevant articles.
    Evaluating Abstracts
    Relevance Check Skim the Full Text

    Read the abstract. Determine if the article aligns If relevant, skim the article. Confirm its usefulness
    with your essay topic. for your research.
    Planning Your Essay
    Logical Order
    Organize brainstormed ideas. Create a coherent
    structure for your essay.

    First Plan
    Develop an initial outline. Guide your research and
    writing process.
    Developing Your Plan
    Initial Research
    Gather preliminary information. Formulate initial
    arguments.

    Refine with Sources


    Incorporate academic sources. Strengthen your
    arguments with evidence.

    Final Plan
    Finalize your essay structure. Ensure a clear and
    logical flow of ideas.
    Example: Chocolate Essay

    Brainstorm
    Initial ideas about chocolate and health.

    Research
    Gather sources on chocolate's effects.

    Plan
    Structure the essay arguments.
    Essay Structure

    Introduction Main Body Conclusion


    Introduce the topic and thesis Present arguments with Summarize arguments and
    statement. supporting evidence. restate the thesis.
    Key Considerations
    Planning Ongoing process

    Plan Physical outline

    Research Essential for evidence


    Final Thoughts
    Flexibility
    Adapt your plan as your research progresses. New
    insights may arise.

    Confidence
    Planning builds confidence. It clarifies your understanding.

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