How to Write an Effective Essay

In this lesson, I give you a simple method for writing a good, effective essay in English. If you don't know where to start when you are given a writing assignment, start here and learn how to do it right!

[@ilqarslimov7272]

Time changes rapidly. Two years ago I watched this video just making a simple essay 200word. Now I am making the research paper 12 pages. Thanks for everything

[@clickprofileimage]

I would say that at the end of the day, the thesis is the most important part of your essay. However, you can't just state your thesis statement and walk away. You must back it up with research and evidence. Make sure to have at least three pieces of evidence that you can use to back up your thesis statement. Well, If you are tired of essays, term papers, quizzes, research projects, and more, I am here for you. Email me. My work is always top-notch and I take confidentiality very seriously. If you're ready for a great homework helper, email me. I can also do entire online classes.

[@Aritul]

Congrats! 🎉 It's good to see progress.

[@outsidethecage.8481]

I wonder why all the good teachers exists in KZbin, from which planet are they from? And from which planet are my teachers from????? geezez. You summed up everything in 10min AND I understood it, and you made it seem easier, or well effectivier, which feels so motivating o__o thank you

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OutsideTheCage . yes that true lol

[@freakingonelove]

My teacher took 3 weeks to explain this, but I am still cunfused. wtf

[@raphaelultimo1425]

*You're Welcome :)*

[@AyaMohamed-ij6hu]

I hate that I relate to this lol

[@raphaelultimo1425]

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[@Tkdanso]

God bless you my brother. I remember watching this before when I was doing my GED essay. Now I'm in college God bless you again.

[@freki9420]

Lmao I'm watching this for my GED essay too

[@sofianyusof1400]

Me too for my Bachelors Degree in the Business Management field of study at Open University at my beloved country.

[@brandonhall961bh]

Tkdanso i take my Ged test today

[@kingsales4088]

lol he said, "Which is better. Blonds or brunets?" xD [1:11] @Tkdanso

[@megatronn5816]

What is GED

[@KarlBertyn]

Dont take this the wrong way, you´re a great teacher man. Looks like youre teaching not just English but, deduction, induction, logic all at the same time. Cheers

[@EmilyLynne1993]

I seriously wish you were my real teacher.... you're awesome

[@MetalDetectingRussia]

Trevor Phillips funny joke

[@meyes2491]

You can go and get a good drill of your essays...ahhhhhhhhhhhh

[@mohammadbenkirane5530]

+Emily James +tandem drifter thirsty nigaa lol

[@alicecat3]

Evelina, hi! How long have you been learning English?

[@NotSynu]

Well in my opinions, I think he meant by that asking questions will helps you understand what you are going to write before you start writing and it will make it more easier for you to write instead of writing everything then get misplaced by paragraphs to paragraphs.

[@adelinearellado2000]

This video is 12 years ago, that time I was 10 years old. I'm 22 years old today but as I have watched your latest video I think you're not getting older Mr. James. Same appearance 'til now. By the way, thank you for sharing your knowledge with us. I can't stop watching you❤

[@amormamiii9314]

BEST ENGLISH TEACHER EVER I ACTUALLY UNDERSTAND THINGS WISH MY ENGLISH TEACHER WAS THIS MOTIVATING AND ENERGETIC

[@hanniehmar8885]

Up until high school I never realized just how important it was that the teacher was enjoying what he was teaching, I migrated to another country at 15 and up until then I didn’t enjoy studying at all. Meeting friends was the only thing fun about school, but in this new country not only is the educational system different most teachers genuinely love what they are teaching and you could actually see it in their actions, their eyes and their eagerness to help the students understand. It completely changed the negative perception I have of teachers. I started enjoying studying and my grades increased meaningfully, it had little to do with me, I only have my teachers to praise for giving me the motivation I needed through their teaching. They truly don’t get enough praise and recognition they deserve.

[@noyoudont2609]

Im proud to know

[@kwalombo_ta]

This man is the main reason my english is better today. I could barely write a congruent sentence just 3 three months ago. Now I'm writing 24 page proposals and interesting stories like it's nothing. Thank you James Sir. 🙏

[@alchemists4443]

You are the English teacher that I wish I had. Everything is straight to the point and uncomplicated. My current English teacher is rather lackadaisical in teaching. He preaches the class after every essay but does not present to us how we can fix our issues. You on the other hand do not even know the issues I have with writing yet your teachings still help tremendously! Thank you

[@POloS0ld1er]

Lol this guy guy can talk his way into your house and steal your girl while your standing still listening to whatever he'd being saying

[@kaylajohnson9408]

LMAFOOOOOOO

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Leopoldo Lopez LMAOOO

[@aliesbaloyi8033]

So true

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Leopoldo Lopez 😂 soooo trueeee

[@brynaputney5264]

Yes! That's so true.

[@djblendboi]

This guy is really changing the world for all those videos he made for free!!!

[@koreaindahou]

i havent written an essay in 5 years. I watching this to remember how to do it. All i remember is how much i hated doing it.

[@SanaaJadeCruz]

Wetdookie 🤣🤣

[@nads5957]

Wetdookie sameeee here lol

[@yanisaortega9537]

I'm doing it rn...im soo frustrated. Can't think at all. I hate sooo muchh

[@EddyGraphic]

Can relate, every time I hear a teacher say the word essay all I think about is "oooooh I just failed this God damn class" 😂

[@18blacksheep]

Thank you James! I'm watching your video to learn how to write essays for my language degree (inc. English), because if I ever learnt it at school I had since forgotten and was struggling to get through my course! I wish I'd watched these earlier in my degree, I could have gotten so much higher marks. So clear and helpful, I cannot thank you enough!

[@playstion3man]

Wow.. I have struggled with essay writing my whole life but this one video has taught me more about essay writing then I got out of 13 years of school. Thanks!

[@MrDracorage]

I really don't have time to be typing this but Ihave to give you credit for teaching so well. Most tutorials have people droning or rambling about the topic trying to make it seem huge or themselves knowledgeable. You dove straight into the subject and kept your pace constant so nobody loses their interest. Great video! Ty.

[@Cindayyee]

The world needs more teachers like you!

[@55caseyj]

I feel a lot more comfortable when I have a teacher that is fun and explains things well instead of these teachers that sit around teach lazily and judge. Your style of teaching is so refreshing,

[@lakers1654]

HE MAKES LEARNING SOUND FUN! FINISHED MY ESSAY FOLLOWING ALL THESE STEPS!! THANK U

[@neomi9135]

James was not only funny but also very helpful. He breaks everything down to where anyone can understand it. I'm currently taking English Comp II.

[@haileytavares7143]

"That's not a thesis we call that weak" savage Af

[@moazzamhussain4332]

Yeah but we do have an organ up there called a brain... Well maybe not all of us

[@your_favorite_ahjumma_6711]

😂😂😂😂 that's exactly what I thought

[@jamesbrown9717]

Evil ppl

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[@AA-rc1ny]

As interactive, fun, and educational teacher this guy is, i highly doubt that a girl at a bar will want to learn about english. Great video. Helped me a lot. I wish i was taught this earlier at my age.

[@kandeeconelly5689]

im watching this because i have an 11 page MLA format essay due this morning, and it's 12:35 AM right now

[@DaeDaePK]

LOL story of my life

[@gabriel3635]

what mark did you get?!?!?!?

[@kandeeconelly5689]

i didnt get graded

[@kandeeconelly5689]

i got a 90

[@kandeeconelly5689]

but for the record, i didnt follow this video. i was just watching this video to procrastinate. i'm actually a generally good writer.

[@maratharp4663]

Learned more in this ten minute video than I have in three years of secondary schooling. Thank you. It seems much easier now.

[@derekhackert4585]

turtle neck game on point

[@fakfatkids1812]

derek hackert so he don’t have to line up that neck hair

[@antoinegrammer4424]

I am a first-time writer. This kind of lesson gives me a step towards my writing career in the future.

[@tamiaihara1646]

"You need the thesis to be strong. You can't say 'Maybe, maybe not'. You know what you call that? You call that WEAK." s-savage

[@maissamboup3497]

If every teacher was like you this world would be a much better place

[@clickprofileimage]

I would say that at the end of the day, the thesis is the most important part of your essay. However, you can't just state your thesis statement and walk away. You must back it up with research and evidence. Make sure to have at least three pieces of evidence that you can use to back up your thesis statement. Well, If you are tired of essays, term papers, quizzes, research projects, and more, I am here for you. Email me. My work is always top-notch and I take confidentiality very seriously. If you're ready for a great homework helper, email me. I can also do entire online classes.

[@GabrielTobing]

"Hi, my name is James, can I kiss you? Ow!" This is why James is the best, he makes learning English fun, unlike my dull teacher.

[@matthewchung4596]

I subscribed to him as soon as i saw this. His friendly manner helps just before a test, IGCSE and he really knows what he's talking about

[@ShayGotSumLove]

I wish I had a English teacher like you!

[@fattofitafter5078]

This vid has to be approaching a decade old by now, and it is THE best EVER!!! I have taught this to every student I have ever had! Thanks, James!

[@jaekyungjeong731]

This video shows the right way that all channel makers on KZbin should pursue! Amazingly clear, interesting and helpful!

[@ZeitgeistKP]

Thank you very much for this video! My mother tongues are German and Turkish. In a few days I'm going to write an essay in English. You helped me a lot.

[@martiebaby]

This guy is GREAT!!! Wish we had more teachers like him in our schools.

[@keithhudson3138]

This method is the exact way I was taught how to do legal research when I was in paralegal school. We called it IRAC (Intro, Research, Analysis, and Conclusion). Same thing just about. Great lesson James!!!

[@Fred-ys6wu]

You're the best teacher that I never had. ;-;

[@madranchtrucker6955]

Excellent video sir. Your explanations are clear and concise, but what really sells the whole process is how you describe and emphasize each section of a good essay throughout the video. The references to everyday life draw in and engage the viewer and make educational, entertaining as well. This video has been the first time in a long time where I have enjoyed an English lesson, so thank you.

[@peaceemakerchocolat9868]

UR SOO MUCH FUN.... I wish u were my ENG PROF!

[@patsugoi6791]

me tooooooo!

[@williamtimings5069]

I've had a battle with english this year and you have taught me more in 10 mins than my useless teacher has in a year.

[@ducamorisable]

This guy's jacked... with knowledge

[@toohak2782]

Knawledge

[@Toochilledtocare-_-]

the most important thing is KNAWLEDGE

[@anushreesaraiya9783]

He gave us the master key for effective essays. .. ...and that too is so simple to use.

[@Helloviya]

I'm watching videos last minute cause I have my English written diploma tomorrow and i have no idea how to write an essay lmao. High school why haven't you thought me anything lol

[@raphaelcarlong9751]

Same. Crying.

[@Thaheadband33]

Did you try in high school?

[@Helloviya]

JJ Keller lmao YEP. I try sO hard in school

[@TheGrizzleHouse]

"thought" did you go to high school?

[@Helloviya]

TheGrizzleHouse guess I didn't read it over ヽ( ´¬`)ノ

[@jarredfred6039]

Thank you James! I passed my exams with the SECOND highest score because of you!

[@NastyfingurZ]

To all in here thinking that college is hard I'm 43 and in college and have to manage working full time,bills,car payment,rent phones,kids etc.You young guys and girls that still live with your parents take advantage of no bills just school and hanging out go for it.Its hard for all even me so join the club.

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Old man yells at cloud

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+Sandor Clegane lol

[@burritomaker69]

Nasty FingurZ depends on your major. Try this while trying to become an engineer. Hahah thought so.

[@colourfulparrot]

college is hard

[@MasterValan]

Ok boomer

[@boop165]

Anyone who takes the time to "TEACH" another is someone who cares and wants to see others do well. Can it be any more obvious? This man is amazing and has helped plenty of people based on the comments written by people who appreciate him and learning in general. Pay no mind to those that comment in a negative manner because they are a bit upset because they are unable to grasp the concepts of learning anything in their own lives. I think you are fantastic and you should continue doing videos. :)

[@arojy1]

you're incredibly good teacher .. especially the jokes you make , hope you have a successful career

[@gsup38]

He makes the process of writing so easy to understand. Please put more videos up. Thank you my friend!

[@SVGERichy]

Thanks I followed your instructions and I got check plus on my history essay thanks again😇😊

[@SVGERichy]

Thanks again I passed my reagents exam with two essays.😊😊

[@janethuerta8031]

I had a mental block about writing papers. And this has helped me, to feel more at ease to start my essay paper I have due in 2 days. Thank you so much! For making this video , I have be taken college courses and this is much easier to understand compared to 5 years of college courses.

[@oliveunerd]

Hi james, your videos have really helped me with my writing, you kept it fun and interesting all the way, keep doing more! thank you! :D

[@lizayskyy9871]

I've spent two months not understanding this but after this video I finally get it!!! Thank you!

[@soniemohammed]

just thinking about college hurts my head.

[@prjay645]

+SONIE You'll be just fine

[@leannarobinson5949]

But it will get you into a door of a good career field making some good money I will say that

[@leannarobinson5949]

***** I can read and write really good my major is Psychology with a concentration in Forensics. Why you asked?

[@1BestEnemy]

Bruh I'm in college and it's just pure essays...

[@leannarobinson5949]

What is your major?

[@cottage_dreamer]

22 years later I'm at my last class of my life. My last assignment is an essay. This is my ticket to graduate. Thank you

[@DeersThrone]

In high school, I was told by one or two teachers to NOT ask a question. However, I think in college things like that are a little less strict...

[@shaneduckworth7288]

I think you're a bit confused about the question thing. What teachers mean when they say that is that your thesis should not BE a question. Your thesis should be the answer to the question and your essay will be about exploring and proving that answer. For instance, if you're asked to write a character analysis from the Harry Potter series, you start by asking questions: "Why did J. K. Rowling make up a character like...Nevel or Dobie or Snape?" "What role does that character play--physically, emotionally, philosophically?" For instance, if I picked Snape I could ask questions about who he really is (as opposed to how he showed himself throughout the books) and what lessons Rowling was maybe trying to teach us through this character. I might even be able to draw from real live people who chose to hide their true selves for the greater good (watch Valkyrie w/ Tom Cruise). My thesis would grow out from my answers to these questions. The real first step of an essay is to ask questions then RESEARCH for the answer. It's not to come up with your thesis and then "prove" it. This leads to looking for information that supports your thesis rather than allowing your thesis to develop from your understanding of a topic. Hope that clears things up for you.

[@DeersThrone]

Aaah, that makes sense! Thank you. I see the difference.

[@watnyAbellard]

It's ironic you said in high school, however, you don't truly learn much in high school, but in college where it's very hard. You must be someone willing to past his or her tests.Who am I? I'm just a guy who is in college who knew something was wrong last year when I failed my mid term, so since that time I have been on a journey of learning effective ways to study.

[@Brazconj]

James I really liked this video do you have videos or can you produce a video about "comma rules" in essays ?

[@diazepan2x]

I find your classes way way really more interesting than most of the teachers i've had. I'm gonna subscribe to your page. Good job man! We really appreciate it.

[@iffahere7130]

I really love your hand-writing!

[@claudereins7991]

Taking an ENG 101 test to complete college credits. Really needed this. It helped a lot. Thanks James!

[@anthonyoriol8606]

Greetings from San Diego California. THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THIS JAMES! IT HELPED SO MUCH!

[@deniamassetti5522]

Thank you. I am planning going back to school after 20 years., so this tips are refreshing my mind. Thank you so much.

[@hugmosta_6216]

perfect now I can prove I'm not an imposter...

[@FUNNY1557]

You are probably the best English teacher i have ever seen, Thank you soo much :)

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[@alexisflores4013]

This is incredibly helpful and simple. Also, straight to the point with effective examples. Thank you so much!

[@gavinmatti3599]

Thank you dude you helped a lot ready for my essay tomorrow

[@deaconsmom2000]

English is my only language, but you seem to be able to drill ideas into my head better than most other instructors.

[@bowmaster24]

I'm taking a college comp midterm in 45 mins. I haven't written a paper in 5 years lol

[@raphaelcarlong9751]

same feels, in a way in which I haven't written for almost a year (and we are told earlier to write an essay and pass it tomorrow) sigh

[@pjk4587]

Jason Michael Damn how'd it go

[@kayemorris8662]

You have been a huge help with your videos. Going back to school after 20+ years. I needed this refresher.

[@CarolienKuiperrr]

You are such a good teacher!!! Thank you for those films :)::):)

[@vita3.029]

I have an essay due at 5 pm and its 7:30 am and i forgot EVERYTHING about writing essays, Thank you for this!

[@daniellemarshall3251]

Thank you so much, I have an exam tomorrow comprising 3 essays and this helped me out alot. I hope I remember all of these tips, I'm nervous!

[@OGCJ10]

Danielle Marshall ...so how did it go

[@ChristianRodriguez-tm3jg]

I am so thankful. What else can i say. I had had i clear idea how to compose essay, but I have never thought i could ever have to teach it as a demo class. You helped me with this video and i hope to get the job. By the way, it was funny (lawyer - liar) (blond - blue eyes)..... Thanks... i will watch all your videos...

[@rockandroll345]

your a great English teacher I hope you have a job if not that's just crazy please come teach at my school the only good English teacher we have is advanced placement and you have to get a certain grade for that class haha

[@analessa7697]

I am very thankful to you Mr.James, because I think you help us a lot ! 🙈. I am on the 8-Grade ,I am trying so much hard for writeing an essay because next week I have an Essay- Competion' ...I will try to do my best ! Wish me luck!.

[@nikkier2409]

Thank god for teachers like you. I like your teaching style.

[@cakewatcher]

I really appreciate James' recaps throughout the video. I only wish he actually touched on conclusion since that is where many of us tend to struggle.

[@jevaughnfacey6023]

I just want to be successful

[@Blballerboy]

Ah, fuckin, men

[@jeremietiche5075]

+Blballerboy shoutyour mouth

[@jeremietiche5075]

yeah fool

[@mybabyalulu]

Are you successful yet?

[@elijahsmommy408]

me too

[@Nur-uu5km]

Very effective when one needs to explain to teenagers. He's so charming! Thank you for your hard work James

[@shazanjainudeen7792]

damn that intro tho😂

[@47edmo]

I know right I was laughing so hard

[@kingscvrr]

Damn i was stuck on my essay all afternoon not sure how i could make it better. Thank you JamesESL after watching this video All my ideas sparked and i was on the ball.

[@ALIMUNTH]

"-what kind of bond? -James bond"

[@changeusername56]

wow thank you so much that was so helpful I haven't written as essay for over 35 years I didn't know where to start. you explained it so well and it was to understand

[@Foxman763]

"Show me the money!" _Jerry Maguire_ :)

[@queenlulub]

Thank you so much. Ur video helped me loads. I past my accuplacer n got placed into college english.

[@blackrocksupporter]

That turtleneck tho

[@NinaShahriaree]

This is so great! Key to effective writing in the age of "information overload": get right to the point & don't beat around the bush. Thank you!

[@TheDrummagurl]

James I wish you could have a look at my essay :/

[@danielnaranjo953]

i like these teachers on youtube i have them repeat everything as many times as i need so that i understand

[@CarlosRamos-gr4dm]

Thank you!!

[@janee90]

Thanks for teaching me that, I am in high school and I will be writing an essay like this and this help a lot. So thankul for all these and helping lots of people like me.

[@markkeith9055]

Awesome sweater. You never see people wearing sweaters anymore.

[@johnoystlouis8032]

Mark Keith u no this video is from 2009

[@markkeith9055]

2009? That's not that long ago. Not even ten years.

[@Thecocochannell1]

Mark Keith it will be in 2 years though

[@lugus9261]

Im wearing a sweater right now

[@nhuquyen4219]

i'm starting to learn how to write an essay and i get a lot problem. Yours video is very useful for me. Thank you teacher. I like your style

[@jasonpark886]

thank u so much

[@jakesurferdude3172]

I have one thing to say.... I wish this guy was my English teacher haha, he actually made it interesting to learn English and boy I tell you I hate English lessons at school.

[@lucas93177]

2019! 10 years since😲😲😲😭

[@sarahessel9544]

my mom is a teacher but loves your teaching. I wish you would become my teacher.YOU ARE A GREAT TEACHER LIKE ME PARENTS!!!!!

[@cherylzhang1189]

your a great teacher!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:)😀😇

[@manphan17]

You're, did you not go to school?

[@shaddaikamina7840]

use quotation marks " ". "you're" to highlight the error so it is grammatically correct

[@isabelcastaneda7439]

What an effective video! So well spoken, clear and concise. Great tips. Well done!

[@vFallenTimbers]

very effective and better than cs go knife!

[@pinkiepie199012]

SCREWD