Drafting

 

Drafting is the process of creating preliminary versions of your writing, with each new draft a bit more refined than the last.

Here is a collection of resources to help you draft successfully.

• First, you must Develop a Thesis.

• If you're a Freshman, here's your Thesis Writing Guide.

• If you're a Sophomore, here's your Thesis Writing Guide. 

• And if you're a Junior or a Senior, think about adding complexity to your Thesis Statements.

• Next, think about Writing an Introduction.

  • Here is some information on Introductions for Freshmen and Sophomores.​

  • And here is some information on Introductions for Juniors and Seniors.

• Then, work on constructing Body Paragraphs.

• And make sure you understand the different Paragraph Parts.

• Work on Transitions between Paragraphs.

• Finally, work out Writing a Conclusion.

  • Here are a few Sample Conclusions to help get you started.​

• And here's a handy Visual Essay Organizer to help you keep track of everything!

• When incorporating research and evidence into your essay, use this Quotation Guide.

• SHAKESPEARE SPECIAL: Guide for Quoting and Citing His Work