Introduction
This module introduces you to the process of essay writing - from analysing the question through to the final redrafting and editing. This diagram summarises the process. Click on each of the stages to find out more. Don't forget that the first place to start is at the essay question itself.
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Analysing the question is the most crucial part of the essay writing process. Here are the steps to follow:
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Example
Here is an example of where a student has used a mindmap to analyse an essay question "Aboriginal poverty can only be understood in the light of institutionalised racism" Discuss.
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According to the time you have allocated for this task, follow the following steps:
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The planning stage of the process involves buiilding on the mindmap you created when you analysed the question. Here are the key steps:
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You should have allocated a large amount of time for this part of the process and it should occur well before the due date.
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The time allocated to this final stage in the process is often the difference between a pass and a distinction; or a pass and a fail. If possible the editing should occur in the week prior to the due date.
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A more detailed Editing Checklist is included as a separate section of this module.
