ENC0021 College Prepatory Writing 3

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Don't Worry!

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Not everyone can start and finish an essay all in the same day (Not even Snoopy).  Stick with me and you'll learn how to avoid the "First Draft Jitters"!
 

Due Essays

Narrative Essay: June 22

Descriptive Essay: June 29

Definition Essay: July 6

Process Essay: July 13

Argumentative Essay: July 22

 

Important Dates

PLATO Lab due: July 22
 
Essay State Exam: July 27
 
Grammar State Exam: July 29

Writing Tips

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  1. Always Brainstorm or Outline initial ideas
  2. Make sure Thesis is clear and concise
  3. First Drafts are NOT suppose to be perfect
  4. Supporting paragraphs should always have Topic Sentences
  5. Keep Supporting Details relevant to Thesis

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"Writing is thinking on paper"

~ William Zinsser