How to become a superstar student, part 9

In our last installment, Michael Geisen offered ideas about research. This week, we will examine some of his ideas about writing well about the research you found.

Good writing is simply making clear your ideas to someone else. Regardless of your learning style, clear writing is essential. Thus, the words you use have not only literal meanings, but also emotional impact on the reader. Words like “war,” “secret,” “love” “home” and “prickle” evoke moods, memories, and physical sensations. Choosing the right word can increase the impact of your argument on the reader.

Good writers learn to use wo...