The Writing Assignment

Write an essay explaining an important and interesting concept, one you already know well or are just learning about. Consider what your readers are likely to know and think about the concept, what you might want them to learn about it, and whether you can research it sufficiently in the time you have.

This Guide to Writing is designed to help you compose your own concept explanation and apply what you have learned from reading other concept explanations. This Starting Points chart will help you find answers to questions you might have about explaining a concept. Use it to find the guidance you need, when you need it.