One must think critically when authoring an academic paper. This is true in every step of the writing process. The pages below provide insight into various ways that critical thinking is applied in the writing process.
Knowing the difference between primary and secondary sources is critical in academic writing. This page details their differences so that you can assess the sources you are reviewing.
Scholarly sources are often prioritized in academic writing. On this page, you can learn the difference between scholarly and popular sources to aid your assessment.