MLI61C630 - Academic Writing, Lecture, 30.10.2023-17.11.2023

Here is Andrew Rosenthal, former managing editor of the editorial page of the New York Times, on How to Write an Editorial.  You should also check the assignment guidelines.

And here are Mr R's main points.  I strongly encourage #7.

1.  Know your bottom line.

2.  Get to your point quickly.

3. Express your position or propose your solution.

4.  Do your research.  You're entitled to your own opinion; you're not entitled to your own facts.

5. Write clearly, as if to a well-informed friend.

6.  Give it to someone to read.

7. Be prepared for a reaction.