Reading, planning, writing by Academic Skills, formerly CeDAS https://padlet.com/cedas/rpw A pick of the best online resources en-us 2019-09-10 16:48:34 UTC 2025-12-04 14:23:15 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet-uploads.storage.googleapis.com/83113835/7e7a7ef0d955762662ff26cbd3358a57/open_book_1428428.jpg Developing a thesis cedas https://padlet.com/cedas/rpw/wish/384301838 Harvard College

This guides outlines the steps in constructing a clear thesis.

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]]> 2019-09-15 15:06:41 UTC https://padlet.com/cedas/rpw/wish/384301838 On paragraphs cedas https://padlet.com/cedas/rpw/wish/384304467 OWL Purdue

Key tips on writing well-organised paragraphs that keep to a single, clearly expressed point.

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]]> 2019-09-15 15:20:38 UTC https://padlet.com/cedas/rpw/wish/384304467 Proofreading for errors cedas https://padlet.com/cedas/rpw/wish/384304708 OWL Purdue

A list of things to look for when checking through  a draft for grammatical slips, typos and other careless error. In other words, the kinds of oversights that can incense markers!

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]]> 2019-09-15 15:22:00 UTC https://padlet.com/cedas/rpw/wish/384304708 Understanding the question cedas https://padlet.com/cedas/rpw/wish/384305363 Royal Literary Fund

This advice takes you through all the steps to decode an essay question.

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]]> 2019-09-15 15:25:36 UTC https://padlet.com/cedas/rpw/wish/384305363 Reading and researching cedas https://padlet.com/cedas/rpw/wish/384305599 Royal Literary Fund

Great tips on how to approach your academic reading with advice on techniques (including SQ3R)  to read more efficiently.

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]]> 2019-09-15 15:27:01 UTC https://padlet.com/cedas/rpw/wish/384305599 Making an argument cedas https://padlet.com/cedas/rpw/wish/384306232 Royal Literary Fund

Markers are looking for a clear argument in your writing. This guide explains how you can meet this requirement.

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]]> 2019-09-15 15:30:06 UTC https://padlet.com/cedas/rpw/wish/384306232 Planning and structuring cedas https://padlet.com/cedas/rpw/wish/384307105 Royal Literary Fund

Read this resource to find out 'what planning and structure mean and why you need them'.

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]]> 2019-09-15 15:35:28 UTC https://padlet.com/cedas/rpw/wish/384307105 Drafting and editing cedas https://padlet.com/cedas/rpw/wish/384307333 Royal Literary Fund

Excellent advice on the iterative process of drafting and re-drafting.

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]]> 2019-09-15 15:36:47 UTC https://padlet.com/cedas/rpw/wish/384307333 Reading and researching cedas https://padlet.com/cedas/rpw/wish/384308858 University of Toronto

Detailed guidance on how to research for an assignment in a systematic way.

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]]> 2019-09-15 15:43:51 UTC https://padlet.com/cedas/rpw/wish/384308858 Writing a conclusion cedas https://padlet.com/cedas/rpw/wish/384310395 Trent University

Brief advice on how to build an effective concluding paragraph. While you are there, check the other academic writing guidance on this site.

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]]> 2019-09-15 15:51:51 UTC https://padlet.com/cedas/rpw/wish/384310395 Read critically and efficiently cedas https://padlet.com/cedas/rpw/wish/384311507 Trent University

Valuable advice on engaging critically with dense academic texts.

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]]> 2019-09-15 15:57:27 UTC https://padlet.com/cedas/rpw/wish/384311507 The best introduction cedas https://padlet.com/cedas/rpw/wish/390849211 RHUL

Dr Ursula Hackett provides insightful advice on how to write a stand-out introduction.

]]> 2019-09-28 11:28:03 UTC https://padlet.com/cedas/rpw/wish/390849211 Essay terms explained cedas https://padlet.com/cedas/rpw/wish/390854329 University of Leicester

A glossary that explains key instruction words that occur in essay questions. 

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]]> 2019-09-28 12:27:38 UTC https://padlet.com/cedas/rpw/wish/390854329 Starting assignments cedas https://padlet.com/cedas/rpw/wish/390854903 Solent University

This guide advises you to focus on both the 'brief' and the marking criteria as a  first step.

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]]> 2019-09-28 12:34:25 UTC https://padlet.com/cedas/rpw/wish/390854903 Cornell Method cedas https://padlet.com/cedas/rpw/wish/390856947 Mometrix

A video introduction to the famous   'Cornell Method' for note-making. Give it a try!

]]> 2019-09-28 12:55:34 UTC https://padlet.com/cedas/rpw/wish/390856947 The most effective way to improve essays cedas https://padlet.com/cedas/rpw/wish/390858585 Critical Thinker Academy

Kevin de Laplante argues that 'fixing problems with structure will fix the majority of the problems with your essay'.

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]]> 2019-09-28 13:10:38 UTC https://padlet.com/cedas/rpw/wish/390858585 Why rewriting is important cedas https://padlet.com/cedas/rpw/wish/390859110 Critical Thinker Academy

Kevin deLaplante argues that rewriting underpins all good prose. He is right.

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]]> 2019-09-28 13:15:03 UTC https://padlet.com/cedas/rpw/wish/390859110 Mind mapping cedas https://padlet.com/cedas/rpw/wish/390865292 University of Hull

Clear introduction to all aspects of mind mapping.

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]]> 2019-09-28 14:05:05 UTC https://padlet.com/cedas/rpw/wish/390865292 Three common errors cedas https://padlet.com/cedas/rpw/wish/390897432 Lyn Nygaard

Although this advice is for research students and academics, it is relevant to all academic writers. Lyn Nygaard makes three great points about our approach to writing. Watch to find out.

]]> 2019-09-28 18:08:57 UTC https://padlet.com/cedas/rpw/wish/390897432 Examining assumptions cedas https://padlet.com/cedas/rpw/wish/390985307 RHUL

In  this series of three short videos, Dr Ursula Hackett unpacks essay questions by probing underlying assumptions.

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]]> 2019-09-29 10:00:04 UTC https://padlet.com/cedas/rpw/wish/390985307 Paragraphs cedas https://padlet.com/cedas/rpw/wish/393873830 Walden University

A set of video tutorials that introduces you to the essentials of paragraph writing.

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]]> 2019-10-05 08:56:30 UTC https://padlet.com/cedas/rpw/wish/393873830 Controlling your argument cedas https://padlet.com/cedas/rpw/wish/393978705 RHUL

Dr. Ursula Hackett advises student writers to state the core argument succinctly at the outset of an essay. Examples provide helpful illustration in this recommended video tutorial. 

]]> 2019-10-05 18:43:05 UTC https://padlet.com/cedas/rpw/wish/393978705 Being critical cedas https://padlet.com/cedas/rpw/wish/402641721 University of Manchester

Excellent interactive tutorial that takes you through the process of thinking, reading and writing critically. Recommended.

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]]> 2019-10-25 16:00:48 UTC https://padlet.com/cedas/rpw/wish/402641721 Get a grip cedas https://padlet.com/cedas/rpw/wish/402643533 University of Manchester

Interactive guide to unpacking an essay assignment. Recommended.

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]]> 2019-10-25 16:03:45 UTC https://padlet.com/cedas/rpw/wish/402643533 What's the big idea? cedas https://padlet.com/cedas/rpw/wish/402645578 University of Manchester

A five step guide to developing a clear thesis statement and structuring your essay to develop argument. Recommended.

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]]> 2019-10-25 16:07:21 UTC https://padlet.com/cedas/rpw/wish/402645578 Never a wasted word cedas https://padlet.com/cedas/rpw/wish/402650182 University of Manchester

This interactive tutorial (including videos) addresses the core elements of essay writing: concise introductions, clearly organised paragraphs for the body of your essay, and impactful conclusions.

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]]> 2019-10-25 16:15:21 UTC https://padlet.com/cedas/rpw/wish/402650182 Better safe than sorry cedas https://padlet.com/cedas/rpw/wish/402678613 University of Manchester

An interactive guide that underlines the importance of editing for flow, clarity and accuracy. Recommended.

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]]> 2019-10-25 17:04:59 UTC https://padlet.com/cedas/rpw/wish/402678613 Capturing what counts cedas https://padlet.com/cedas/rpw/wish/402693003 University of Manchester

Essential advice on a range of strategies for effective note-making with examples given of the Cornell method, linear notes, mind-mapping and colour coding.

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]]> 2019-10-25 17:30:09 UTC https://padlet.com/cedas/rpw/wish/402693003 How to read a journal article cedas https://padlet.com/cedas/rpw/wish/402731718 Tom Nicholas

Engaging video in which Tom shares his reading and note-making method using Evernote.

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