1. Important Rules upon writing
1.1. You must write in sentences
1.2. Correct use of subjet-verb agreement
1.3. You must have appropiate punctuation
1.4. Use right vocabulary
1.5. Use the apostrophe correctly (and with care)
2. What is the writing process?
2.1. Prewriting
2.1.1. Make a brainstorming using one of these techniques: listing, clustering, freewriting
2.2. Drafting
2.2.1. Star writing! until you get a draft of your writing
2.3. Revising
2.3.1. Add details or remove some ideas in order to Improve your writing
2.4. Editing
2.4.1. Proofread your work editing and correcting gramar and spelling mistakes
2.5. Publishing
2.5.1. Create a final copy and share your work with other people
3. Important tips to take into consideration
3.1. Comprehend the topic well
3.2. Make a carefully selection of words
3.3. Make sure the style you use is straightforward but also interesting and immersing.
3.4. Divide your essay or writing into short paragraphs.
3.5. Take time to editing and proofreading
4. What is Academic writing? and What is it not?
4.1. It is formal writing and It is not colloquial, not personal, nor is it subjective
4.1.1. The Writer's tone is
4.1.1.1. Analytical
4.1.1.2. Objective
4.1.1.3. Intellectual
4.1.1.4. Rational
4.1.1.5. Persuasive
4.1.1.6. Serious
4.1.2. The Writer's approach is
4.1.2.1. Impersonal
4.1.2.2. Formal
4.1.2.3. Jargon and cliché-free
5. How different is AC from other writing texts?
5.1. AW requires structure
5.1.1. Beginning, middle, end
5.1.2. Introduction, body, conclusion
5.2. Need of citation of published authors in AW
5.2.1. Cite or paraphrase and mention all references
5.2.2. Knowledge all references and sources
5.2.3. Use refering conventions (APA)
5.3. Academic writing requires:
5.3.1. The use of accurate spelling, punctuation and gramma
5.3.2. Use right transitional words and linking words
5.3.3. Impersonal contructions