What makes good academic writing? What IS academic writing? I've been struggling with this question the whole year, and I think I may be getting the hang of it.
1) Make an argument: say something new
2)Back it up: put it in context; build on previous work
3) Guide the reader: tell them what to expect, what you're saying, where you're going
4) Be clear/concise: make it easy and quick to read
5) Connect facts/events/fields: again: you have to be original
6) Be balanced: don't make sweeping statements- you can't say anything that can't be verified. There are no absolutes
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