OnNetwork Mentors Help Students Keep Essays Focused
How Mentors Help Keep Essays Focused
Sometimes students try to include too much in their essays. Extra details can confuse the reader and hide the main point. A focused essay is always stronger than a crowded one.
OnNetwork mentors show students how to keep writing clear and to the point.
Why Focus Matters
A focused essay:
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Stays on topic
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Keeps the reader’s attention
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Highlights the student’s main story
The Role of a Mentor
Mentors help by:
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Pointing out parts that distract from the main idea
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Suggesting ways to simplify paragraphs
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Helping the student choose what is most important to keep
Final Thoughts
An essay does not need to say everything. With guidance from a mentor, you can keep your writing sharp and powerful.
Tip: After finishing your draft, cross out three sentences that do not add value. See if the essay reads better without them.
