Hook the reader, provide a brief summary of the context, and end with your thesis.
Be direct and avoid unnecessary jargon, per the Excelsior OWL guide . 4. Revision & Polish Take a break between drafting and editing.
Synthesize your arguments, restate the thesis in a new way, and discuss broader implications. 3. Drafting Strategies (Getting it Done)
Integrate quotes or research directly into your paragraphs.
Focus first on structure and argument, then on grammar and spelling.