Student Questions

student questions

We are proud of how comprehensive our website is and try to stay ahead of the curve and predict the questions and concerns that students are experiencing.  However, we work with thousands of students a year, from universities all around the world.  Every once in a while, a student has a question that we have not yet addressed in our tutorials and guides.  That is why we developed our student questions section.  Not quite a FAQ, our student question section is where students can go to find out more information about the art and craft of academic writing.

What type of questions do students ask us?  Honestly, it depends on the student.  Some of our previous customers have asked very specific, technical questions about different writing types.  We answer those questions for the students, and sometimes use those questions to develop guides and tutorials for our entire customer base.  For example, we began to get a number of questions about the synthesis essay, and realized that many professors had begun to use this term to describe a very specific type of argumentative/persuasive essay that requires the student to call on class reading lists for their supporting information.  Once we saw that need, we expanded our answer from the student question section and into our tutorial section.

Other students ask very specific questions about their own projects.  We have answered student request on topics as varied as can we suggest sources for a particular type of essay and how a student can avoid run-on sentences in their writing.  We get a lot of questions about the writing process, and the answers vary for that because each of our writers has his or her own process.  In other words, our student questions section is designed to give you an opportunity to ask a professional writer any and all of the questions you may have while working on your own writing assignments.


 

We only get 55-65 minutes to write our essays in ELA. What are some tips for writing quickly but well?

An hour can seem like an eternity if you do not have anything to say or if you are unsure how to say it, but it’s a painfully short amount of time if you have plenty to say and know how to say it. Either way, careful time management is needed to ensure that all of the elements of the essay assignment are thoroughly addressed so keep an eye on the time as you proceed. If you have received some indication of the type of topics that will be included in your test, perform some preliminary research and save this Continue Reading...

What are the general essay topics of the TOEFL exam?

Many of the general essay topics required by the writing portions of the TOEFL exam include several “do you agree or disagree” or “which do you prefer”-type questions as well as general questions concerning current issues of social interest such as the effects of technology or optimal learning strategies. The important thing to remember in answering any of the essay questions in the TOEFL exam is to ensure that you remain focused on addressing all of the specific requirements of the question. If the question states to use specific reasons or examples, be sure to include some salient reasons or Continue Reading...

What Does It Mean to Be Human Essay?

Although human share about 90 percent of the same genetic codes as apes and scientists continue to identify several behaviors that were formerly regarded as uniquely human such as tool-making, most people agree that humans are different from all other species on earth for various reasons. When you are assigned an essay concerning what it means to be human, you have the opportunity to share your thoughts about what distinguishes homo sapiens from the rest of the animal kingdom. These reasons depend on your point of view, of course, but a good place to start is intellect (i.e, if dolphins Continue Reading...

What Is a Thematic Essay?

A thematic essay describes a specific theme in a piece of literature. Thematic essays are generally written in three main parts: the introduction, the body, and the conclusion. There are five steps to follow in writing a thematic essay: Step 1: Examine the prompt A thematic essay is usually given in the form of a task or prompt; analyze the task and look for words that will tell you what to do. For example, “discuss” means to present facts and arguments using a good amount of details from the source. “Describe” would involve talking about the source material in expressive Continue Reading...

Can You Write My Essay For Free?

At least once per day students send us the following question “Can you write my essay for free?”  Now some may think this would be an easy question to answer, but after reading this article you will see that by utilizing all the resources we provide, we actually can help you write your own essay and earn a better grade for FREE. An old saying you have probably heard in the past is that nothing in life is free.  This is specifically true when a service is being provided and some skill / time are being utilized to complete the task. Continue Reading...

How to write a report

The first step in writing a report involves carefully reviewing the assignment guidelines and selecting an appropriate topic unless one has already been assigned. If allowed to select their own, students should choose a topic that interests them since the research process will help them learn more about it. The next step depends on individual preferences. Some students prefer to draft a thesis statement and an outline of the report based on their topic selection before they begin the research process. Others prefer to conduct some preliminary research to learn more about a topic before writing a thesis statement and Continue Reading...

What is an introduction paragraph?

As the term connotes, an introduction paragraph introduces a paper’s main points by gaining the audience’s interest and then summarizing its purpose in the form of a thesis statement. While every instance will be unique in some way, an introduction paragraph should include the aforementioned opening statement, which can assume the form of a quotation, anecdote, interesting or surprising fact, a pertinent simile or metaphor (i.e., “The uneasy state of racial affairs in the U.S. is the 600-pound gorilla in the room) or rhetorical question (i.e,. “Given the enormous amount of effort directed at reducing racial tensions in recent years, Continue Reading...

How to write an introduction paragraph for an essay

Writing an introduction paragraph for an essay involves capturing your audience’s attention so they will want to read further and then explaining what the essay intends to demonstrate. This will depend on the topic and type of essay, of course, but in sum the introduction paragraph should explain “what you’re gonna tell ‘em.”  Because many students experience problems writing an introductory paragraph from the outset, some writers prefer to wait until they have finished the preliminary research and have a better idea what will be discussed before they write their introduction. At a minimum, the introduction should include an interesting Continue Reading...

How to write a research paper

One of the harsh realities of higher education is the inevitably of writing research papers. Writing a research paper involves more than just finding as much information about a given topic or issue as possible and then presenting a summary of the research. Research papers require students to rely on scholarly sources, of course, but they must also present this material in a logical and systematic fashion together with their own perspectives, views, ideas and thoughts concerning what they have found. This part of writing a research paper can be the hardest for some students because they are uncertain whether Continue Reading...

How to write a three-paragraph essay

Learning how to write a three-paragraph essay requires more discipline and conciseness compared to other types such as a five-paragraph or longer essay because there is no room for fluff or verbosity. Like other types of essays, a three-paragraph essay begins with an introduction that captures the intended audience’s attention (even if it is just a teacher), a thesis statement and a brief description concerning how the essay is structured. The second paragraph, or the main body, is used to present the results of the research and the student’s interpretation of these findings together with any additional thoughts or empirical Continue Reading...