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What is essay content, and why does it matter?

This video by Emily Hunter describes four types of essay content.

 

 

 

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In Unit One, Module Three, we discussed writing in academic contexts. The form of your multi-paragraph composition will depend on its purpose and audience expectations. You will want to examine the expected genre and style for your work. As you develop content you'll also want to consider what the audience knows, their perspective on your topic, and what knowledge you have that needs to be conveyed.  

 

The content generation will occur through your planning process and even into drafting the essay. As you re-read and re-write, you'll find places where you want to expand what you've said, clarify something for the audience, include more information, and argue your point with more evidence. All these considerations for content will be driven by purpose, audience, and context.  

 

Your content can be developed through brainstorming, planning, research, and using rhetorical modes.

 

Remember, your content is the substance of your essay. You may understand the form, but you need to develop and connect your ideas fully to make your writing work.

 

 

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