2. -A chance to think -A chance to show -A chance to grow

3. An overview Short paragraph Sets the stage

4. Why did you choose this topic? Prior knowledge of topic Goals you hoped to achieve Ponder, ponder, ponder

5. How and where did you find information? What was your plan of attack? Did you change directions?

6. What problems did you face? How did you overcome?

7. Personal and academic Relate back to things mentioned Show don’t tell / give examples

8. Did you meet your goals? How will you use what you learned? What will you take away from this experience?

9. Sum up your experience Parting wisdom

10. Brainstorm Organize your thoughts First draft Give it some time Revise Check for errors Final copy

11. First person voice Formal but not stuffy You get out what you put in