A memorable vacation or trip
Assignment Details
Write a short essay (500 words) in Microsoft Word about any topic of special interest or major importance for you. For example:
For me I need my assignment on option one (A memorable vacation or trip)
- A memorable vacation or trip
- A special family event
- A person of significance in your life
- Volunteer work you complete
- A cause that is important to you
- Any topic of your choice
Write as if you preparing something for a holiday update letter you would send to family and friends. The purpose of this assignment is to provide an opportunity for you to practice academic writing on a topic that is interesting and important.
Tips for success:
- Reflect on the topic before you start writing. Why is the topic important to you?
- Consider your audience. Make sure there is enough information that will allow the reader to “walk in your shoes;” to experience the sights, sounds, and smells of the day or event; and to experience what you did.
- Think about how you will organize and express your thoughts.
- Apply what you have learned about good and effective writing from Intellipath.
- Be sure that your writing is detailed, informative, and grammatically correct.
- Access the online tutoring service, Smarthinking.