Formulating Your Ideas

• Clarify and articulate your ideas
• Get a clear sense of audience, genre, and purpose
• Identify the issue and why it matters—the “So What” question

Mastering the Craft of Writing and Research

• Use a logical progression of ideas
• Use sources judiciously
• Avoid plagiarism
• Cite properly
• Write clearly and directly
• Write specific and detail-oriented prose
• Use a consistent tone and style
• Write with a compelling strong voice
• Make sure your writing is mechanically competent

Editing Your Final Draft

• Proofread your work before submission
• Format to meet the requirements of your academic project
• Diagnose and edit for style issues
• Edit to conform to the standards of academic writing