Essay Writing

1. 1. Think about your topic

1.1. Think of a topic that you like

1.2. Why will someone who reads this be interested?

1.3. What's your goal for this paper?

1.3.1. Inspire someone about your topic?

1.3.2. Specific grade?

1.3.3. Do your best work?

2. 2. Research

2.1. Compile some ideas

2.2. Supporting sources

2.2.1. Find examples

2.2.2. Find relevant quotes

2.2.3. References

2.2.3.1. Books

2.2.3.2. News sources

2.2.3.3. Blogs

2.2.3.4. Supporting Data

2.2.3.4.1. Expert reports

2.2.3.4.2. Third party research

2.2.3.4.3. Survey data

2.2.3.4.4. Size of topic

3. 4. Write and Edit

3.1. Don't be afraid to edit. Simple, memorable information is hard and requires filtering.