Okay its been so long since I've written a college level essay. I was just curious as to what it needs to consist of and what not?
2007-01-11 07:31:23 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
Introduce your paper by summarizing what you will be covering at the beginning of the paper/essay. Then cover those areas in order of their appearance in your first sentences. You may then summarize it all over again and draw any conclusions at the end.
A great college level essay is written in third person - no 'me' or "I" or "you" in it whatsoever. Use facts. Do not use colloquialisms or slang. And do not ask questions - such as starting out your essay by asking questions like "why would someone sexually abuse a child?" Assume your reader (professors like myself) have asked the question in our heads and simply answer the question by outlining your answer in a clear and concise manner in the form of the essay.
hope this helps.
2007-01-11 07:51:57 · answer #1 · answered by cottey girl 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, I think the main purposes for essays are to teach the student, not only about the subject-thesis, but critical thinking, organized thinking, and expression.
Essays are communicative writing stating facts in a particular discipline. There are four styles: MLA, APA, Chicago, & CBA. Editorial remarks, and value judgements aren't usually welcomed. Tight, concise and precise writing is the matra. (As it should be in all types of writing.)
So from an instructor or professor's stand point, if the essay shows that the student has throughly researched the subject, can pin down the thesis; has presented the facts with correct documentation, sources, puncuation, and spelling; and has avoided being vague and trite, then the essay will earn a decent grade.
2007-01-11 16:08:19 · answer #2 · answered by ? 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Is this for a class you're taking right now? If so, your best bet is to ask your instructor, and explain to him/her that it's been a while since you've written an essay. He/she can then tell you his/her expectations, as the specifics often vary from class to class and from instructor to instructor.
2007-01-11 15:47:11 · answer #3 · answered by kris 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋