Welcome to Hot Topics! Join us for a collaborative presentation featuring fellow tutorpreneur and repeat guest, Sheryl Uehling. Together, we’re excited to share essential essay writing tips to help you succeed!

In this episode, we’ll cover:

1. Understanding Purpose: Discover how to identify the purpose of your writing and your audience, allowing you to create a solid plan of action. We’ll discuss analyzing prompts, brainstorming ideas, and crafting a clear thesis statement.
2. Research and Credible Sources: Learn the importance of gathering credible information from reliable sources such as academic journals, books, and .edu and .org websites. We'll emphasize the significance of taking notes and proper citation.
3. Developing Strong Arguments: Understand how to construct a logical flow in your writing by creating a clear introduction with a thesis, using topic sentences in each paragraph, and incorporating transitions for smooth readability.
4. Clarity and Conciseness: Master the art of writing clearly and concisely. We’ll explore the appropriate use of voice—first person for personal narratives and third person for research—and the importance of varying sentence structure while avoiding unnecessary information.
5. Revising, Editing, and Proofreading: We’ll guide you through the essential steps of revising, editing, and proofreading your work. Learn the benefits of taking breaks between drafts, seeking peer reviews, and checking your work in both paper and digital formats.
6. Personal Experiences and Feedback: We’ll encourage you to draw from your personal experiences to enrich your writing and discuss the importance of feedback for continuous improvement.

Tune in for an informative and engaging session filled with practical tips to enhance your essay writing skills!

Who is Sheryl Uehling?
Sheryl Uehling, a seasoned educator and reading specialist, empowers struggling readers from Kindergarten to Sixth Grade through evidence-based methods rooted in the Science of Reading. Her personalized instruction, blending phonics, decoding, spelling, writing, and comprehension, fosters significant reading achievement. Beyond her direct work with students, Sheryl also equips fellow tutors in the Tech Hub for Tutors with essential digital literacy and marketing skills, maximizing their impact.

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Original date of episode: April 7, 2025