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How to Write a Good Thesis Statement
The Common Core argumentative and informational/explanatory essays each require a different form of thesis statement. Learn what makes a good and bad thesis statement.
How to Teach Helping Verbs
English teachers learn early in their careers that strong nouns and “show-me” verbs are the keys to good writing. Of these two keys, verbs give developing…
How to Teach Rhetorical Stance
Students need to practice the elements of rhetorical stance to improve their writing. This article provides clear definitions and a great sample lesson with useful links…
Process vs. On Demand Writing
The advent of timed writings on high stakes tests, such as the new SAT 1, high school exit exams, and standards-based writing assessments, has placed teachers…
The Seven Essay Writing Rules
Essays have certain traditional rules that help maintain a fair and balanced writing style. This article details the seven key essay writing rules with clear examples.
Why Johnny Can’t Write
Students need to learn how to write structured essays designed to inform and convince their teachers and professors. But how do you transform a creative, non-linear…
The Top 15 Errors in Reasoning
Good writers analyze the quality of written and spoken evidence as they read or listen to authoritative sources. Thinking, reading, and listening critically will allow you…
How to Write an Effective Essay Prompt
Writing effective writing prompts that will engage writers and produce the best written responses can be challenging. This article shares the best tips for writing good…