Step one may seem obvious: simply reviewing the assignment. Whether you’re in elementary school writing your first book report or getting started on your final dissertation, you may be surprised what insights can be found from the assignment guidelines. Determine what kind of essay the assignment calls for; is it a story-telling narrative essay, or a more technical expository essay? Knowing official deadlines is a key step to managing your own time efficiently, as well, and almost always will be found with the assignment requirements. From there you can begin your research, note taking, outlining, and voila! You’ve built yourself a strong foundation to stand on and begin the writing.

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