Writing

Where Should I Start?

Although writing is an excellent process through which learning occurs, it is one of the most complex processes academically. Many students with and without disabilities find it challenging. Writing academic papers can differ greatly across different subjects; however, there is a general process you can follow when approaching your writing assignments. Note that it is not uncommon to need to revisit certain steps as you develop ideas and create your assignment. There are many supports and resources available across the University of Toronto. If you get stuck at any point in the writing process, you can visit your campus’s writing services.

Resource: UTSC Assignment Planner

I want to improve… Strategies & Resources
Knowing Where to Start
Knowing the Best Way for Me to Write
Understanding the Writing Prompt & Types of Academic Writing
Brainstorming Ideas
Organizing my Thoughts/Ideas/Arguments
Coming Up With a Thesis Statement
Researching & Quoting Sources
Editing for Spelling, Punctuation, and Grammar
Writing Concisely - UNC Writing Center