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How to Write an Academic Essay




Writing an academic essay is undoubtedly one of the most dreaded tasks for

any student. However, it does not need to be so. In fact, a little bit of research

and hard-work can take you a long way, i.e. it can help you come up with an

amazing academic essay that will even surprise you. At the same time, it is

important that you utilize your time in a planned and efficient way to achieve

the desired result. You must understand that writing an academic essay is not

just about expressing your thoughts in an eloquent way; it is about how well

you research the subject in hand and put together the relevant data in the

desired format on paper.


This article is a humble attempt to help all those students who are intimidated

by the thought of writing an academic essay. Given below are few outstanding
tips that will help you come up with an impressive academic essay:




Rely on the Right Formatting Resource

Whether you have to present the essay in APA, MLA, Harvard or any other

format, you need to find one site or resource that is completely reliable. There

are innumerable sites on the Internet that will have tips and details on paper

formats, but it is best to rely on the official website for the particular website.

This is important as only the official website will have all the latest updates on

the required format.


Research the Subject

Once you are sure of the format, the next step is to research and collect the

necessary material, data and quotes. It is equally crucial to note down the

origin of the data or resource. In an academic paper, you must give credit each

and every resource that you use while writing the paper, otherwise the paper

will be considered as plagiarized.
Prepare the Introduction and Conclusion

After researching the subject, you are sure to have a clear idea of what you

want to include in the paper. Preparing the first draft of the introduction and

conclusion will only make the process easier, as it will bestow your paper with

the necessary lucidity and flow.


Work on the Body of the Paper

Well, this is undoubtedly the toughest part of writing any academic essay.

However, if you have the necessary research, introduction and conclusion in

place, then it should be as easy as walk in the park. You must pay attention to

the quotes that you use in the body as you have to mention the resource of

each quote in the bibliography or reference page.


Check the Paper

Once you have the first draft of the academic essay ready, the next step would

be to check the essay at least twice. At this stage, you should check all the

spellings, grammar and formatting of the paper. Not to mention, you should

also check if the paper is lucid enough to get you the desired grade. Last but
not the least; get the paper checked by a friend or a family member and ask for

their feedback.


The above points should help you write an impressive academic paper;

however, if you are still not very confident or have shortage of time, then it is

best to consider the services of a reputable writing service.

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How to Write an Academic Essay

  • 1. How to Write an Academic Essay Writing an academic essay is undoubtedly one of the most dreaded tasks for any student. However, it does not need to be so. In fact, a little bit of research and hard-work can take you a long way, i.e. it can help you come up with an amazing academic essay that will even surprise you. At the same time, it is important that you utilize your time in a planned and efficient way to achieve the desired result. You must understand that writing an academic essay is not just about expressing your thoughts in an eloquent way; it is about how well you research the subject in hand and put together the relevant data in the desired format on paper. This article is a humble attempt to help all those students who are intimidated by the thought of writing an academic essay. Given below are few outstanding
  • 2. tips that will help you come up with an impressive academic essay: Rely on the Right Formatting Resource Whether you have to present the essay in APA, MLA, Harvard or any other format, you need to find one site or resource that is completely reliable. There are innumerable sites on the Internet that will have tips and details on paper formats, but it is best to rely on the official website for the particular website. This is important as only the official website will have all the latest updates on the required format. Research the Subject Once you are sure of the format, the next step is to research and collect the necessary material, data and quotes. It is equally crucial to note down the origin of the data or resource. In an academic paper, you must give credit each and every resource that you use while writing the paper, otherwise the paper will be considered as plagiarized.
  • 3. Prepare the Introduction and Conclusion After researching the subject, you are sure to have a clear idea of what you want to include in the paper. Preparing the first draft of the introduction and conclusion will only make the process easier, as it will bestow your paper with the necessary lucidity and flow. Work on the Body of the Paper Well, this is undoubtedly the toughest part of writing any academic essay. However, if you have the necessary research, introduction and conclusion in place, then it should be as easy as walk in the park. You must pay attention to the quotes that you use in the body as you have to mention the resource of each quote in the bibliography or reference page. Check the Paper Once you have the first draft of the academic essay ready, the next step would be to check the essay at least twice. At this stage, you should check all the spellings, grammar and formatting of the paper. Not to mention, you should also check if the paper is lucid enough to get you the desired grade. Last but
  • 4. not the least; get the paper checked by a friend or a family member and ask for their feedback. The above points should help you write an impressive academic paper; however, if you are still not very confident or have shortage of time, then it is best to consider the services of a reputable writing service.