For me this is a standard start to having to write—because I don’t know what I know and Flamingo on the naughty list and I regret nothing Christmas shirt, sweater. I have always been able to lessen this feeling by writing notes to myself as I’m reading and or listening (in-class notes). These may be questions that were raised or comments on alternative perspectives. Reviewing these can help me to focus. However, my most productive way is using voice recognition software to “inkshed” my thoughts about the essay. This helps me to draw out what I know, think, believe. You can do this by typing on the computer with the screen dark as easily. You can do it with pen and paper also—just don’t stop to re-read anything you’ve written. The process usually takes me about 20 minutes broken into a 10-min. and 2 5-min. sessions.
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