Start writing essays - Audio

by The Open University
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Returning to study or starting it for the first time can be daunting. Many students are frightened of writing essays, but it’s a craft that can be learnt. This album will help you to build confidence in all areas of essay writing. A student discusses with two tutors her writing methods and how she adapts her techniques for exams and assignments. With tips shared from Professor Richard Dawkins, TV personality Matthew Kelly, former MP Brian Walden, Baroness Helena Kennedy, journalist John Pilgner and radio presenters John Humphrys and Peter White. This material forms part of The Open University course A172 Start writing essays.

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  • Start writing essays
    Jan 20, 2010 – 00:00:59
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  • Researching an essay
    Jan 20, 2010 – 00:05:42
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  • Early stages of essay writing
    Jan 20, 2010 – 00:03:01
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  • What is good writing?
    Jan 20, 2010 – 00:02:54
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  • Getting the tone right
    Jan 20, 2010 – 00:01:12
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  • Writer's block
    Jan 20, 2010 – 00:02:52
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  • A student's approach to planning
    Jan 20, 2010 – 00:03:07
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  • Different approaches to research
    Jan 20, 2010 – 00:04:30
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  • Writing your introduction
    Jan 20, 2010 – 00:02:29
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  • The main body of the essay
    Jan 20, 2010 – 00:03:57
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  • Giving both sides of the argument
    Jan 20, 2010 – 00:04:53
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  • Writing your conclusion
    Jan 20, 2010 – 00:00:54
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  • A student's approach to drafting and revising
    Jan 20, 2010 – 00:03:46
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  • Different approaches to drafting and revising:
    Jan 20, 2010 – 00:03:25
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  • Getting another perspective
    Jan 20, 2010 – 00:03:17
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  • A student's approach to examination essays and writing style
    Jan 20, 2010 – 00:02:27
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  • Different approaches to examination essays
    Jan 20, 2010 – 00:03:31
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  • How to improve your writing
    Jan 20, 2010 – 00:07:18
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