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Writing Specific Types of Papers

Writing an Outline for a Course Paper

Instructors sometimes ask their students to develop a working outline for a paper. If your instructor isn’t clear what he or she means by “an outline,” ask. And if you’re still unsure, here are some tips on developing the outline.

Tips for Outlining a Paper (Word document)
Outlining a Paper

Harvard University Writing Center Hand-outs including Outlining a Paper  

 

Writing Annotations

Annotations may seem intimidating, but they're really straightforward once you know the basic format. Click here for examples and suggestions on how to compose your annotations.

Writing Annotations

 

Writing Literature Reviews

Need to survey, compile, or evaluate the literature in your field? Here are some wonderful guidelines to simplify the process.

Writing Literature Reviews

 

How to Write a Three- to Four-Page Essay

If you’re assigned a three- or four-page paper and you have no idea how to get started, then start here with Jeff’s On Writing a Graduate Essay essay. Also included here is a document providing helpful tips on writing in first person that also provides great tips for wording shorter papers.
How to Write a Three- to Four-Page Essay  (Word document)

On the Use of First Person at Walden

 

Writing an Effective Personal Development Plan (PDP)
Walden University’s own suggested format for getting you started on your PDP. Keep in mind each department may have specific requirements, but these documents will give you a good idea on where to begin.

Purpose of the Professional Development Plan
PDP Template

 

Other Goal Statement Examples

The University of Washington and Purdue University also have helpful guidelines for writing the cousin of the PDP, the personal goals statement.

UW Personal Goal Statements 

Purdue U. Personal Goal Statement handout

 

Writing an Executive Summary

Excellent instruction on how to write an effective summary. Note here the similarities and differences between an abstract and executive summary.

Writing an Executive Summary

 

Grant Writing

Yes, grant writing can be intimidating. But it doesn't have to be! Some wonderful resources are listed below to help guide you in this process.

University of North Carolina Grantwriting Tips

Lone Eagle Grantwriting Tips

Minnesota Council on Foundations Grant Proposal Tips

 

Writing Guides From George Mason University
These specialized guides provide advice for composing papers within the field.
Psychology
Public and International Affairs
Nursing

 

Want more instruction on how to write wonderful literature reviews? Sign up for our Writing a Literature Review course.



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