As the essay prompts on standardized tests continue to evolve, so too do the many different methods that are taught for how to write a good essay. Many students find themselves confused by how to go about executing strong responses …
Despite living in a world of abbreviations and informal communication, you will need to communicate through writing at some point. I promise. When word processors (obviously, this now applies to laptops and iPads) first appeared, writing guru William Zinsser pointed …
Poetry is a difficult genre of creative writing to define and, as a whole, lends itself to redefinition and experimentation. There are also many established forms of poetry and, much like learning a color wheel or new artistic approach with …
During the middle school years, students have many opportunities to express themselves through writing, expand their vocabulary, and refine their composition skills. Middle school students will typically be required to complete writing assignments in many areas of their studies. They …
A staggering number of students arrive at college with lackluster writing skills. In fact, more than 75% of college instructors “are dissatisfied with their students’ preparedness in critical thinking, comprehension of complicated materials, work and study habits, writing, written communication, …
When it comes to using the internet for research, there is a LOT of gray area. What constitutes plagiarism? Is Wikipedia a valid source? How much of an article can I “borrow” without giving credit? How do I tell a …
Most of us can still recall some of the stories, nursery rhymes, and poems we read or heard when we were kids. These simple pieces have a way of sticking with us over time. Attempting to write them can be …
In today’s world, it is easy to feel inundated with often frightening information about ADD, ADHD, Dyslexia and other “learning disabilities.” One that flies under the radar is Disorder of Written Expression. Easily confused with simple and correctable weaknesses like …
Being back in school at the age of thirty-six, I have noticed many changes since the old times when I was an undergrad. I overhear a lot of stuff I don’t understand, for instance kids fifteen years younger than me …
Little in American culture represents spring the way baseball does. It doesn’t just represent spring, though. It’s an inextricable part of the season in this country. At this time of year, with the days getting longer and the temperature rising, …