in this episode, i unpack what it really takes to write a first-class psychology essay. you'll learn how to build a strong line of argument, craft clear paragraphs, critically engage with research, and avoid common pitfalls. i also share time-saving tips - like how to pull gold from study discussion sections, leverage ai to spark ideas, and speed up citations. if you're a psychology student looking to boost your essay marks, this episode is packed with everything you need.
links mentioned:
google scholar - https://scholar.google.com/
chatgpt - https://chatgpt.com/
scribbr - https://www.scribbr.com/citation/generator/
timestamps:
00:00 intro
00:32 understanding essay challenges
01:44 key elements for a first-class essay
03:11 mastering essay structure
07:25 achieving clarity in writing
11:58 critical thinking and evidence
18:03 diversifying your critiques
22:06 bonus hacks for efficiency
27:57 conclusion and final tips
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