1. Comp 1’s Greatest Hits Writing Reminders

2. Problem: Blank pages are scary

3. Solution: Use Pre-Writing Techniques F REE - WRITE B RAINSTORM M IND - MAP C LUSTER

4. Problem : Disorganized Paragraphs I thought I knew where I was going with this…

5. Solution: Back to Basics Unity: One paragraph, one idea; new idea, new paragraphOrganization: Build your paragraph to support your topic sentence Coherence: Go for the flow. Listen to your language and use transitions

6. Problem: I still don’t get the whole thesis statement thing…

7. Remember: If you write a good thesis statement, you make writing a good paper a lot easier

8. Check that your thesis: Is a complete sentence Powerfully states your main point or claim Communicates both the limited subject and your attitude Serves as a roadmap that provides the structure for a focused paper

9. Problem: I still have issues with citing sources

10. Solution: Use Tools, Guides, Resources MSWord References Tab Citations and Bibliography pane Text Appendix to Chapter 12 Online Resources ITT Tech Virtual Library MyCompLab Easybib and similar sites It’s a snap!

11. T hanks, everyone. Write On.