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Learning how to become an academic writer

xI was always the student who scored very well on papers. I can write. It’s something I love to do (hence this blog), but I have room to improve. Academic writing is not my forte. I find it boring; however, in the quest for evolving and going to grad school, I need to work on it. So, I found classes to help me learn and got some books. Continue reading Learning how to become an academic writer

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Roles of the President, Political ideology, and the State of the Union

When you are short on time, need a sub plan, or simply want a good assessment that is not a … Continue reading Roles of the President, Political ideology, and the State of the Union

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New to AP Government? Start here!

If you are feeling super overwhelmed, are new to AP Gov, or just need some inspiration, start here! Continue reading New to AP Government? Start here!

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Five Days to better Argumentative writing

Steps to integrate writing practices into every day without piles and piles of grading. Continue reading Five Days to better Argumentative writing

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Required Supreme Court Cases, Constitutional Clauses, & the Kitchen Sink

Here is a starting place or a review place. I took the CED, things I’ve used in class, and experience … Continue reading Required Supreme Court Cases, Constitutional Clauses, & the Kitchen Sink

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AP Government Writing Round-Up

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