During the COVID-19 pandemic, a number of educational institutions have been closed down and millions of students have been forced to learn remotely. One such institution is St. Paul’s College in London, a leading British university which has suspended or adapted its entire undergraduate program. This post is going to tell you about what you learn when in an argumentative writing class. As you’ll soon discover, it’s a lot.
How To Approach Argumentative Writing
Argumentative writing is all the rage these days, which is odd since you’d never really thought about arguing with text. The term itself doesn’t conjure up any images of heated debate in your mind, nor is it common for people to write about matters they feel strongly about (at least not while being humorous).
Put plainly, argumentative writing classes are the new black. Universities and colleges around the world have seen a huge uptick in enrolment as millions of students are forced to cram in virtual classrooms due to the pandemic. Perhaps surprisingly, the majority of the students taking these classes are in Africa and Asia, with the largest enrolment in South Korea, where almost 90% of the country’s higher education institutions have adapted or suspended their courses.
The reasons for this are numerous, but one of the main drivers is that these students want to be able to apply what they’ve learned in an academic setting. In the UK, over a quarter of a million students will be going to university this year, but only around 100,000 of those will be entering the higher-level, or professional, tier. The rest will be joining the lesser-known ‘global generation’, the ‘Nil by Languages’ of higher education. Within this group, there is a trend for students to specialise in areas they’re passionate about, whether that’s business, fashion, or science.
Now is a good time for undergrads to step up their game and impress their tutors with their skills, rather than just learning to type. After all, a good argument can be presented using logic and a firm grasp of grammar and syntax. If you’re serious about becoming a professional writer – or at least, trying out a creative writing course – then why not take this opportunity to develop your skills?
Whether you’re a full-time undergraduate or have a gap year between high school and university, there will still be an argumentative writing class or modules you could enrol in.
What You Learn From Practising With Proprietary Software
It’s a familiar scene: you’ve got an assignment due in two weeks, possibly more than one. You’ve got a term paper to write on Dickensian London, but you’re a little short on time. You log on to your university’s virtual learning environment (VLE) and see that there’s an argumentative writing tutorial offered by a respected professor. You’ve never really paid much attention to this ‘tutorial’ element in your VLE, so you decide to give it a try. You download the software, pay for it, and begin your tutorial.
The interesting thing about this example is that you aren’t actually ‘practising’ while you write: you’re just doing it using a pre-made template. Whether you’ve got a Scrabble-like word processor, Google Docs, or Microsoft Word, you’re using a document structure that was created by someone else. That’s not to say that the software isn’t helpful – it is – but it’s not what you’re learning in the process. It’s akin to watching a paint-by-numbers tutorial and then using that knowledge to create your own work of art. It’s a far cry from traditional classroom teaching, where you would have spent a lot of time crafting your own notes, researching your topic, and taking part in group exercises to apply what you’ve learned.
How To Improve Your Research Skills
Even if you’re writing for an academic audience, you’ll still need to improve your research skills. Fortunately, this isn’t as difficult as it sounds: being able to quickly find the right information and synthesise it into a coherent piece is a skill that transfers directly to your writing. This will also make you a better researcher in the future, whether you decide to pursue an academic career or not.
If you’re serious about entering the workforce or pursuing a graduate degree, then good research skills are a must. Fortunately, there are some shortcuts that can be taken to increase your productivity and ensure that you always have the right information at your fingertips. For instance, you could use reference management software to keep track of all the sources you’ve used in your paper. This will also make it easier to find the information you need when you are writing – instead of having to remember where you saw a particular fact or statistic the last time you researched a similar topic. As a result, you’ll spend less time looking for information and more time actually writing!
How To Structure Your Argument
Deciding how to structure your argument can be difficult enough without having to consider what you’re going to include in it as well. Naturally, you want to give the reader the information they need in the most efficient manner possible, but you also want to make sure that all the bits and pieces of information you include are relevant to the discussion. This is where an outline really comes in handy: it will help you to create a clear chain of reasoning and ensure that everything you write supports your thesis. It’s also a good idea to write down all the different points you’re going to cover in your paper, which will then become the skeleton of your argument. From there, you can flesh out the details and add any supporting evidence or reasoning you may have overlooked.
How To Use Proper English
Even if you’re writing for an English-speaking audience, you’ll still need to use good, proper English. After all, your audience may not be as familiar with the particular terminology you’re using and may not understand it as well as you do. The most common mistake made by amateur writers is the use of colloquialisms, or words and phrases that are ‘commonly spoken’ rather than ‘commonly used’ in a formal setting. Words such as ‘like’, ‘really’, and ‘so’ are frequently misused by budding professionals, leaving the reader somewhat baffled as to what the writer’s actual tone and intent was. The same goes for overuse of slang, jargon, and emoticons (!!). These are all extremely unprofessional and often times, simply unnecessary. When you’re writing for an academic audience or for a professional publication, then using proper English is essential.
The most efficient way to learn how to use the English language correctly is by studying at a prestigious university, such as the one you’ll be attending if you continue your education beyond the bachelor’s level. At these universities, you’ll find English professors who are dedicated to helping students improve their language skills, and the services they offer can be invaluable.
Deciding what to include in your argument and structuring it effectively is a skill that will serve you well in whatever field you choose. What you learn in an argumentative writing class will prove invaluable as you begin your studies or career, and in the long term, it will ensure that you’re always writing for an educated, intelligent audience.