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November 29, 2020 By TutorPhil Leave a Comment

How to Write a Personal Statement for a College Application

I’m Tutor Phil, and in this tutorial I will guide you through writing a winning personal statement, also known as a college essay.  A personal statement that you have to include with your application to a college or program will generally be one of three types: Type 1. Common Application essay  This is a response… [Read More]

Filed Under: Essay Structure, Essay Writing Tips, Power Words, Sample

November 17, 2020 By TutorPhil Leave a Comment

How to Paraphrase in an Essay – Tutorial with Examples

Paraphrasing is expressing the contents of a passage in different words. It allows the student to use other people’s content without copying or plagiarizing.  I’m Tutor Phil, and in this tutorial, I’ll show you a simple 5-step paraphrasing strategy and give you 10 examples of effective paraphrasing.  How to Paraphrase Here are five steps to… [Read More]

Filed Under: Paragraphs, Power Words, Style, Writing Tips

October 25, 2020 By TutorPhil 4 Comments

How to Use Transitions in an Essay – Tutorial with Examples

One of your main tasks in writing an essay is to help the reader make connections and understand your writing well. Transitions allow you to do that. They help ensure that the reading process flows smoothly.  I’m Tutor Phil, and in this tutorial I’ll show you how to use transitions effectively in your essays and… [Read More]

Filed Under: Power Words, Sentences, Style, Writing Tips

September 26, 2020 By TutorPhil 22 Comments

Power Words Every Essay Writer Must Know How to Use

When it comes to essay writing, some words are especially powerful. I call them Power Words.  I’m Tutor Phil, and in this tutorial, you’ll harness the power of four such words. What can power words do for you? Great question!  Power words can help you: Get your ideas flowing Make a better impression on your… [Read More]

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