Basic Steps in Essay Writing
Step 1: Select the question
Choose one that interests you and one with which you have
some background information/knowledge.
Step 2: Question the question
Highlight any instructional words, eg. discuss, comment.
Highlight the key words.
Brainstorm using target questions.
Identify the issues.
Step 3: Construct an initial plan
Brainstorm.
Create a mind-map.
Decide your themes and the order of your themes.
Step 4: Find relevant sources of information
Find the answers to your questions.
Write the answers on separate pieces of paper.
Remember to record your references.