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Citing, Evaluating, and Researching Information

Qualities of Academic Writer

  • Organization
  • Time Management
  • Research Skills
  • Objective Writing
    • leaves personal feelings out
    • impartial
  • Citing Sources
  • Linear organization or "flow"
  • Critical Thinking Skills
  • Knowing the Audience
  • Avoiding Informal Language / Using Formal Language
    • spelling and grammar
    • lack of contractions, slang, etc.
  • Strong Thesis Statement