How to Write an Academic Essay in 10 Minutes or Less

[@hogsandsooners]

I just began my college journey at age 53! Although my conversational language is adequate and I send and receive email on a daily basis, I am starting at ground zero as it applies to writing structured papers. Your tutorials are going to be a great resource along my path. Your style of instruction works perfectly for what I need. Thank you.

[@peakdavid]

You're welcome, hogsandsooners! Check out our Savvy Student Writer Facebook Group. facebook.com/groups/503133037884038/

[@lizbethmarquez703]

@@peakdavid I am a term away from graduating with my masters and your videos are saving my a$$. Thank you SO SO much. You've taught me so much!

[@peakdavid]

@@lizbethmarquez703 Welcome! Let me know anything you (or your a$$) needs.

[@lizbethmarquez703]

@@peakdavid Hey David! Are there any videos you suggest watching on how to summarize a research article. I've seen a couple but some have conflicting info. Much appreciated!

[@peakdavid]

@@lizbethmarquez703 So much depends on the assignment directions, especially the length requirements. If you can provide the assignment directions, I can help more.

[@benjaminliswaniso2620]

I had to watch this video 3 times. Because I felt guilty for having such knowledge for free, yet our lecturers got paid big sums and did little to nothing on this matter. Thanks a million 🔥🙏🏾

[@ashleighrose2332]

Oh my word, this has solved all of my suffering... I wasn't taught in highschool how to properly write essays or reference. When I started my degree, I had a module on academic writing but they didn’t break it down as simply as you did. Thank you so much 😊

[@tawandamutiwazuka4572]

I never reply on KZbin but in this instance, I had to express myself. David you have saved my professional career. I was really struggling with this aspect of academic writing. I am all the way in Zimbabwe in southern Africa. God bless you David!

[@peakdavid]

Thank you!

[@derinsider3438]

David, you are indeed a walking encyclopedia. You know your stuff! I am in my last but one semester and your tutorials are more than helpful.

[@peakdavid]

Thanks for the good words!

[@adsterisk]

i'm a 2nd year college student who's still struggling with her essays and I truly find this vid helpful. thank you so much! 😩 will watch your other vids as well as those upcoming ones! ✊🏼

[@peakdavid]

You're welcome, ads cañon! Check out our Savvy Student Writer Facebook Group. facebook.com/groups/503133037884038/

[@lawonyinye7056]

​@@peakdavidHi, do you read all the research paper before you start writing? I find it difficult to write essays as I read because I just end up paraphrasing everything which also includes citing everything and I end up with no original thoughts in my essay. What do I do?

[@peakdavid]

Yes, I read and take notes on what I read. In the notes I speculate on how the research furthers my thinking and how it can be used. You should read first, write second. The only use for research is to support something you've already said in your own words.

[@lawonyinye7056]

@@peakdavid Thanks, I understand now.

[@yipirinya1]

I have attempted to join Facebook group as you have supported me through 2 degrees. I could not access the questions ..my join request will probably be declined..any suggestions please..Australia..

[@mowlidfaisal9390]

Dear David Taylor, You are one of my favorite teachers on KZbin. I have gained so much knowledge from your lectures-things I never learned in school, university, or from other lecturers on KZbin. Thank you for your effort and for helping us through your teachings. I truly appreciate your assistance

[@peakdavid]

Thanks for the good words!

[@bunkertons]

Echoing a lot of other comments, I want to thank you for making these videos. Your communication style is perfect!

[@brentrashall8999]

Just started my journey with college after being out of school for 10 years. You are awesome!!!

[@thania2266]

Best of luck 🤞🏽 in your educational journey. You can do it!

[@brentrashall8999]

@@thania2266 thank you!

[@peakdavid]

That's exciting news! Time management is the key! Check out our Savvy Student Writer Facebook Group. facebook.com/groups/503133037884038/ You'll find answers to your questions about writing and research, access the latest tips and techniques, and interact with students from around the world looking to upgrade their writing skills. I look forward to helping in any way that I can.

[@ВиталийСлонов-ч4ъ]

New sub. Appreciate your content.❤ 👌

[@PropheticSoakingwithSarahJER]

Yes I’m impressed less than 2 minutes in!

[@mok542legit9]

Thank you! I've restarted my academic journey after 5 years and papers have been daunting. After watching your video, I have the confidence to write my essays!

[@peakdavid]

Best wishes for great success!

[@zhenarm23]

Thank you so much for your videos! Valuable information in simple words with examples- what a blessing! Love your voice. Back to school after 22 years. English is my second language. I am very determined but I know there will be challenges to overcome.

[@peakdavid]

Thanks for the positive words. I wish you great success in your return to school.

[@davidtang8814]

The best video about writing academic essays so far. HELPS ME A LOT!

[@peakdavid]

I'm so glad!

[@einstein-munachi]

You just saved my life 😭😭.... I have been staring at MSword for hours now with no inspiration or knowledge on how to move forward. This video has drastically changed that.

[@peakdavid]

Great to hear!

[@DreDon-rs8ne]

​@@peakdavid Absolute Legend!!

[@raffyapolinar487]

This is by far the best exemplification and explanation on how to write piece by piece the whole essay you are trying to write. Thank you so much for this!

[@peakdavid]

I'm so glad you found it helpful!

[@cartapo2669]

Wow. I took an essay writing course at my university and watched countless videos on KZbin about how to write essays, but this video alone made the process clearer and more coherent than everything else combined. Thank you so much, David!

[@peakdavid]

Thanks for the good words!

[@WahyuWidyatmoko-k9z]

You have helped me write opinion articles in newspapers. Thank you David

[@peakdavid]

Great to hear!

[@chazhto6633]

Prof. I just want to say thank you, for helping me at the age of 53, I am back in college and with thought you, English would've been a big C. so again Thank You 🙏

[@JP-PsyD]

David, thx! Your voice is calming during a time of anxiety and stress. Thanks for simplifying and explaining throughly. Great job!

[@atbawazir]

A smooth explanation from you Dr. David. This helped me a lot. It summarizes your great experiences. Thank you

[@peakdavid]

You're welcome, abdullah bawazir! Check out our Savvy Student Writer Facebook Group. facebook.com/groups/503133037884038/ Would love to see you there!

[@mothraplayzyt4643]

Im in grade 10th and am currently writing an academic essay on generational divide, your vid has given me a clear path of what i have to write.. thank you so much

[@peakdavid]

You are so welcome. Thanks for the feedback!

[@CClark-cn7mh]

One of the best videos I've watched on writing a great and informative essay.

[@peakdavid]

Thanks for the great words! Best success with your work!

[@TheScottishStudios]

I'm on a university access course now. Had to write my first ever essay last week. Got an A1 thanks to this video :)

[@peakdavid]

Great news! Congrats!

[@keidwyn]

Im so frightened to go to university im 57 and really want to go and your tutorial is so helpful ,I'm actually beginning to believe that maybe ??? I could do it and finally enjoy my life ,I love learning but ive been too afraid to learn the essay writing in case I discover how stupid I actually am but your teaching has helped me recognise there is a formula I can follow an dits not about super smarts so much as its about sticking to the formula

[@peakdavid]

It sounds like you are holding to a negative view of yourself as a student and a learner. These emotions and fear are not reality. The reality is that anyone with normal intelligence can learn and advance in higher education. Please don't let your past experiences take away from a future full of possibilities.

[@keidwyn]

@@peakdavid Thankyou for your reply ,coincidently I was watching another of your vids "Improve your academic writing " and decided to have a quick look at comment s and there was yours ! I appreciate it and yes your right I do hold a lower opinion of my self ,I grew up in the "system" so to speak and it was fertile ground to learn how your "less than" .Its tough because I know your right but my head says otherwise anyway Im on the road and I hope to continue ...

[@peakdavid]

Sometimes negative thoughts from our past become like a tape recorder playing the same message over and over no matter how much our lives have changed, no matter how many challenges we have met and overcome. Keep moving forward, keep building up the successes. Soon there will be a different message playing on repeat!

[@keidwyn]

@@peakdavid I really love that ,I m def trying and I will use this to remind me ,I will reming myself that each day I do something its helping me change the recording to something way more kind and inspirational than what Ive been living with ..Thankyou so much for replying

[@africanmwari]

Asante sana! Thank you for being my go-to guy for writing tips and how-tos!

[@mgmodp8966]

Thank you David, you saved my life. God bless!

[@peakdavid]

Welcome! Thanks for watching.

[@nenenages7100]

THANK YOU, Thank you, thank you. I agree with the comment below, lecturers get paid and yet you on KZbin have enlightened me in such a profound way. I have liked, commented and subscribed to show my appreciation in a small way. I no linger have a blank page.

[@peakdavid]

NeNe--thanks so much for your thoughtful words. I'm so glad the video helped!

[@TwoABattery]

This video made me feel less nervous about an upcoming essay, thank you 🙏

[@kobzarivna]

This video is a great help! Everything was explained clearly, and now I actually have a concrete strategy to do my writing. Thank you so much, you are a saviour of my academic life.

[@peakdavid]

So glad it helped!

[@rocioocampo8735]

I just started my RN to BSN program and it’s all online classes. It has been frustrating just getting written instructions and not being able to have someone explain the process. Your videos have been very helpful. Thank you

[@peakdavid]

That's great to hear. Let me know anything else you need.

[@maryslifestyletv]

Thank you, David, I have been staring at the blank paper and am now back to writing my essay.

[@imysarimysar359]

This video and explanation deserve millions views 😍😍😍😍😍

[@ignouwin]

I have browsed hundreds of videos for learning how to write Introduction Body and Conclusion but never completely apprehend until I watched yours . Exemplary guide for an essay which you made so simple thar every students can grasp it easily and apply it in his her academic journey. Thank you Sir

[@peakdavid]

Welcome!

[@aslsahin6030]

I saw hundreds of videos, this one is the best. Complete explanation in only 10 minutes. Thanks for this great video. ❤❤❤

[@RighteousNacho]

Fantastic video, providing an overview of a formula that I will certainly start using to write my essays and blogs. One thing I'd like to point out, however, is phrases like "in sum" and "in conclusion" -- at least in my collegiate experience -- were always frowned upon. I would often leave them out altogether. The conclusion sentence in the body of David Taylor's example reads just as fine without the clichéd transitional phrase, "In sum."

[@chisangamubanga6898]

This has helped me with writing essays

[@peakdavid]

Outstanding to hear!

[@tammyleahendrickson2638]

Thank you so much! I am 62 and just in college for the first time. You have given me hope for my future. Thank you, thank you.

[@peakdavid]

I wish you great success!

[@DarknessFalls29]

You got this @tammyleahendrickson2638!

[@icakaoko11]

Thank yoy david!! The most organized and easiest teaching about academic writting i have seen. I would just like to say, having moved to UK 9 years ago, american instructors always always explains topics better, they are organized, simple and they do not beat around the f bush. Everytime a uk lecturer explains something i have to repeat it in bullet points again (reflecting back in a way) to either the instructor themselves or a colleague. I meet british teachers who explains things very well...but! Very rarely..

[@peakdavid]

I'm so glad this was helpful! Be sure to subscribe for new videos. My next video is on Mastering Academic English.

[@claudiarodriguez1141]

David ❤🎉 I got to let you know that thanks to your beautiful way of teaching 🎉 I pass my language arts test ❤ you are the best

[@FriendsMadeTV]

I just finished my first term at the University of the People, an American University. Despite one of the course teaching us about acedemic writing, i still struggled with Plagerism. This is video is a life safer. Thank you.

[@peakdavid]

Great to hear!

[@TheAzyguitar]

I have not felt so enlightened until I saw this video. Thank you for this. As I am back to school after 10 years and there is a lot of academic writing for assessments. I am not very familiar with academic writing and have come out of an entirely different system back home. This is so good.

[@peakdavid]

so glad it helped!

[@margaritasanfrancisco6668]

This was so helpful! Thank you so much! This was the only content I found that really got down to the nitty gritty of essay writing in super easy to follow formulas! Thank you, thank you, thank you!

[@peakdavid]

Thanks for watching!

[@florlauria9893]

This video is really helpful! I'm struggling with my essays, I have failed a test and now I'm preparing for the make-up. Thank you!

[@peakdavid]

You're welcome! Good luck and let me know how I can help.

[@itsmightyking1198]

Wow! What a relief. Thank you so much Sir! You just made my Academic Essay easy. I hope that I can pass my Comm 01 subject.

[@peakdavid]

Good luck!

[@Taget2024-b8h]

I almost failed to watch your video when it popped up . I am glad i did as your teachings is adding great value to my writing. Thank You greatly

[@peakdavid]

So glad it helped!

[@isabelsaavedra7947]

Thank you so much, it was very helpful. You are the professor I wish I had in college. 😊

[@peakdavid]

Great comment. Let me know whatever you need.

[@velisima100]

I’ve watched tons of videos on how to write an academic essay and I must say, you explain it so well.thanks

[@dianatrejos8346]

Thank you so much. You are the best professor on this hard topic. Writing academic essays. As an ESL student who decided to start college at 45 years old. I was frustrated because only you explained the must-clear way. Thank you. I hope my school professor gives me the opportunity the achieve this goal. Thank you

[@Neesatou]

Thank you David! You saved my academic life

[@peakdavid]

You are so welcome!

[@pam2245]

I have dragged my sorry butt over the line to pass to many times 😢 I feel far more confident to fill in that blank page now😂. Thank you so much 🇦🇺👌💯

[@aida087]

Hello David, it's been a while but I'm SO grateful for this video!! I just started English 102 after hesitating taking this class because I STILL struggle with English let alone, English "Literature" and writing essays!!

[@peakdavid]

Let me know however I can help!

[@user-di2nv4is2s]

Woah! Amazing, Your explanation's and example's helps me a lot. Thank you💗. Have a nice day. Again, thank you so much😊♥️

[@peakdavid]

You're welcome, BTS! Check out our Savvy Student Writer Facebook Group. facebook.com/groups/503133037884038/ I look forward to helping in any way that I can.

[@anamab-nr2pt]

Thank you so much! This was very helpful!!

[@peakdavid]

Thanks for watching!

[@bymedinaslove]

You are helping me so much! Thank you for creating this video!

[@lungilekunene7936]

I am soo grateful thank I came across this video. It has really cleared up a lot of confusion for me. I now have the confidence to attempt to write my essay.

[@peakdavid]

Wonderful!

[@cupsofcalla2587]

THANK YOU! Your video is so helpful and amazingly easy to understand!!!! I've literally been stuck trying to figure out where to start and how to start my essay. Thank you so much! I feel like I can organize myself and start writing my essay now.

[@peakdavid]

You're very welcome!

[@MosesGTC]

Thank you. I wish I had these when I was a student. Great stuff

[@peakdavid]

Welcome!

[@theworldintheweek6850]

After spending more than 20 yrs in schools and university, today I see the secret. Now, I like to write an essay, that was the most boring class in college. Thanks Dr.

[@peakdavid]

You are very welcome!

[@mesfinhailegiorgis7985]

I always get surprised how wonderfully you explain things. you are best

[@goodnatureification]

Great organization and presentation of this information. Thank you!

[@peakdavid]

Welcome!

[@muojekechidera3032]

Thank you Soo much I'm writing my first academic essay for my exams and this video has been an eye opener and super helpful thank you Would recommend you help with a video that teaches how to write an academic essay that citations has already been provided, which only requires you write it again with reference to the citations

[@julietacarlasanteiro2155]

I find this information really useful and well-explained. Thanks!

[@peakdavid]

I wish you great success!

[@user-hc3es8yo3z]

This video is so great! I learned a lot from it!

[@peakdavid]

Thanks for watching!

[@charlowdedicatoria6378]

OH MY GOSH! What a helpful video. thank you David Taylor

[@peakdavid]

Welcome! Thanks for your support!

[@ivancarlocaro2749]

Very helpful! Thank you David!

[@okoegualeeromosele1924]

Hi David, just bumped on your page today. I must commend your effort on this topic. Lots of issues resolved in a few minutes. Thank you!

[@peakdavid]

That's great to hear!

[@Tianabanana257]

Thank you so much man! I have been struggling making an essay since I've never done one before, but you made me understand, I'm not in college like all of you but this still helped me get the basic of making an essay. :D

[@peakdavid]

See you in college soon!

[@dereksmith6097]

This is great and will make my doctoral writing much easier and more organized.

[@peakdavid]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for the reply.

[@relaxwiththedon2446]

i keep comin back to this!!!!

[@peakdavid]

Glad it works for you!

[@MeTiiime]

Thank You.

[@robertolinger683]

Thanks for simplifying and sharing.

[@peakdavid]

You're welcome, Robert Olinger! Check out our Savvy Student Writer Facebook Group. facebook.com/groups/503133037884038/ You'll find answers to your questions about writing and research, access the latest tips and techniques, and interact with students from around the world looking to upgrade their writing skills. I look forward to helping in any way that I can.

[@tanyalaytonthedreamchannel4672]

This lesson was informative and helpful! Thank you!

[@peakdavid]

You're welcome, Tanya Layton!

[@shivanshnarayan4853]

Appreciative! Thank you so much sir for providing a perfect base for any kind of essay or speech. This is helpful.

[@peakdavid]

so glad it helped!

[@shivanshnarayan4853]

🤗❤

[@PostImperfect]

Thanks: these formulae are great. I've incorporated them into my "essay template" document (which I've set up with APA 7 requirements).

[@peakdavid]

Great to hear, Cate. Hope they work for you! Check out our Savvy Student Writer Facebook Group. facebook.com/groups/503133037884038/ You'll find answers to your questions about writing and research, access the latest tips, and interact with students from around the world looking to upgrade their writing skills. I look forward to helping in any way that I can.

[@ninalisazu1521]

This is so useful and easy to follow! Next year I'm going to college and I want to be prepared. Thanks for your videos!

[@peakdavid]

Thanks for the comments! Good luck at college--what an exciting time in your life. You will never forget these early days.

[@d_ji6669]

Clear ad accurate. Thanks David👍👍

[@epicizepic4852]

Thank you so much this is helpful for my 9th grade English midterm tomorrow

[@peakdavid]

How did it go?

[@epicizepic4852]

It went well, I used your example for intro paragraph and SESC for body paragraph

[@peakdavid]

@@epicizepic4852 Congrats!

[@MojaveDaemonWitch]

🌹💙 New Subscriber here! Professor Taylor, I’m a senior citizen returning to college attempting to finish my studies after many years of a lapse. I noticed you mentioned your sources in the body. I have a question regarding this: The sources you showed, is that all that’s needed, or should more complete info regarding sources be listed as footnotes at each page’s bottom, or at the end of the paper-this format only listing the raised number at the mentioned site within the essay? Sorry if this is confusing. Thanks for any guidance. Blessings! 🙏

[@shamso.5827]

You help me a lot !❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️Thank you sir

[@leonwestbrook2540]

Thank you so so much

[@Barbara-mv7mk]

Thank you so much David, this is brilliant, you rock!

[@peakdavid]

You're welcome, Barbara!

[@ZenitsusFurry]

Thnx for sharing this info in this vid. Best wishes have a great day!

[@AjhokMission]

Wow this's an amazing methodology that surely opened up my mind to understand the ways through in writing my essays; thank you for lectures sir.✍️♥️

[@zakhelezakeskhoza9861]

Thank you David for the tips . I felt as though you dispelled a myth regarding academic writing.

[@maximartinezluengo8089]

thanks, this is very useful!

[@peakdavid]

Welcome!

[@Mystic_LavenderLLC]

I am 53 too and I have an academic argument essay draft due today

[@peakdavid]

I wish you great success!

[@hananehabibi2047]

Thank u sir its really interesting

[@JusticeLWJ]

I have learned a lot from you since I came across your channel. In particular, this upload is a stich in time.

[@peakdavid]

Wonderful to hear. A stitch in time saves nine! Check out the Savvy Student Writer Facebook Group. facebook.com/groups/503133037884038/ You'll find answers to your questions about writing and research, access the latest tips and techniques, and interact with students from around the world looking to upgrade their writing skills. New members receive a free Savvy Student Writer Handbook.

[@Essaycamp2046]

Great lecture.. Thank you so much

[@greenscales9645]

Thanks man very helpful you doing this for people who need it God bless

[@Sophia-mw3ml]

Should we use the transitional words at the begining of each body paragraph or no need ,thank u in advance.

[@peakdavid]

No. Sometimes a transitional word or phrase will be needed, other times the connection is obvious, and still other times a subheading will serve the purpose of transition. Try not to be too mechanical in this area.

[@MySinglemom]

Yay thank you so much Dr. David!! You help me a lot.

[@peakdavid]

That's great to hear, Lorna! Good luck!

[@PatKapowich]

Thanks!

[@Roza12-._love]

I like ur way of explaining nd how u organize the formula thnx a lot Hats off u humble professor❤😇

[@peakdavid]

UR welcome! Thanks for the comment.

[@just_michael402]

Thanks for the help!

[@bigpete4864]

Amazing info!!! Thank you 🙌

[@Tidathip-c6u]

Thank you so much 😊🙏

[@peakdavid]

You're welcome!

[@lungelozain3100]

As a person who learns better with formulas this is outstanding, Great work professor! I can now prepare for the academic essay I`m writing end semester. Just a thought though... I'm currently busy with a "Spoken to written mode" assignment. Any tips??

[@peakdavid]

Can you tell me more about the assignment?

[@lungelozain3100]

@@peakdavid We are given a text which is in spoken mode and we are required to convert it back to written mode

[@peakdavid]

@@lungelozain3100 Use one of the many speech-to-text cloud apps out there. I use otter.ai

[@lungelozain3100]

@@peakdavid Thank you so much. will do.

[@iliyanovslounge]

Thankyou!

[@z.holding7379]

Thank you soooo much. I truly needed this.

[@peakdavid]

You're welcome, Z. Holding! Check out our Savvy Student Writer Facebook Group. facebook.com/groups/503133037884038/

[@senamilesibiya8906]

I had to come back here again. Last year I went from 40% to 78% using your formula. Thank you so much for this video. I was struggling before I came across your video.

[@peakdavid]

Congrats on your success!