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Writing Resources-Getting Started

Facing the blinking cursor on a blank page can feel overwhelming, use these resources to get ideas flowing onto the page. 

1. Brainstorming
2. Freewriting
3. Visual Model for Research Paper Writing

Writing Resources-The Basics

Sometimes the basics make all the difference in your writing, check out the resources below to make sure you are covered. 

1. Thesis
2. Topic and Transition Sentences
3. Conclusion
4. Using Quotations

Writing Resources-Editing

Every great piece of writing needs to be read and edited (sometimes multiple times), the proof is in the proofing. 

1. Proofreading Tactics
2. Basic Essay Checklist

Writing Resources-Grammar

Grammar can be challenging without a little guidance, review our resources to ensure your commas, periods and prepositions are in the right place. 

1. Articles
2. Commas
3. Conjunctions 
4. Paragraphs
5. Parallel Structure
6. Parts of Speech
7. Passive vs. Active Voice
8. Prepositions
9. Pronoun Reference
10. Punctuation
11. Run-on Sentences
12. Semicolons
13. Sentence Fragments
14. Subject-Verb Agreement
15. Verb Tenses

Writing Resources-Critical Thinking

Often, the reason you have been given an assignment is to showcase your critical thinking skills. Use this guide to make meaningful connections in your writing. 

• Universal Standards of Critical Thinking