Then, they need to concentrate on two or three main points, do a draft, and later produce a more acceptable form. Some students tell me that they write too many drafts, because they're never satisfied. We talk about the process of writing a lot in class, and students critique each other, in a supportive fashion. When some students have difficulty with one aspect of form, the others and I make suggestions. For example, if a student has trouble writing introductions, he or she could start the essay as long as there is a clear idea of points to be developed, and write the introduction later.
Writing is a personal experience.
Although there are guidelines, there is no way that works best. Q. You have taught at TYP for 17 years. The results are extremely rewarding. When you see a student working extremely hard, struggling and then you read the complete product and the way it flows it's extremely rewarding. To observe the look of contentment on some students' faces, when they receive a commendable grade or a comment on a returned paper, is also one of the best moments.