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The Process of Writing
The Process of Writing
The following pages take you through the process of writing, including
decoding the task
you are given
some notes on
researching
literature (more on this can be found in the library's BB pages)
reading
with a purpose
note-taking
planning and structuring
writing in paragraphs
writing
introductions
and
conclusions
using sources
proof-reading and editing
In this section:
Decoding the Question
Searching Literature
Reading with a Purpose
Note Taking
Structuring and Planning
Building Paragraphs
Writing Introductions
Writing Conclusions
Using Sources
Proof-Reading and Editing