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How do I improve my essay writing skills? Where can I learn quickly how to improve my speech writing? How does writing for the web differ from conventional writing? Are there some categories of mistakes that people commonly make in attempting to write good prose? How can I be persuasive in my writing style? How did language evolve? What is 'genre theory'? How do I become creative in my prose writing? These and other curious and relevant questions are answered in Academic Writing. Writing is about communication with words, and academic writing is about choosing words carefully to communicate complex ideas. The purpose of the fourteen chapters of this monograph is to provide an introduction to the practice of academic writing with an emphasis on prose writing in particular, for both print-based and online media. Each of the fourteen chapters explores different aspects of academic writing from practical, professional and theoretical perspectives. The book is written for students, teachers and educators at tertiary organisations. Word connoisseurs, debaters, writers and readers may also enjoy its argumentations and analyses.

Now in a second edition, Essay Do's and Don'ts is a concise, practical guide on the fundamentals of essay writing loaded with research tips, writing samples, and practice exercises that will help students build the essential skills they need to produce well-written, highly effective essays.

This unique guide provides a glimpse into the minds of professors, and examines what their expectations are around essay writing. Using the lens of evaluation, the authors demystify the grading process so students have a better understanding of what is expected from them and how they can get a better grade.

Presents articles dealing with national news, investigative reporting, commentary, the arts as well as articles on health, the environment and book reviews.

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General Interest Periodicals--United States ; Political Science--International Relations ; Political Science ; Literary And Political Reviews

A political and cultural magazine focusing on the United Kingdom. Reports on and analyzes British news, politics and contemporary culture from a left-of-center perspective. Also features columns on food, drink, the Internet, and the media.