Homework Help: A Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Unstuck and Learning Smarter

Instead of writing:

Complete essay

on your task list, divide it into:

1. Read the assignment.
2. Choose the two characters.
3. Identify their important decisions.
4. Find supporting evidence.
5. Develop the main argument.
6. Create an outline.
7. Write the introduction.
8. Draft body paragraph one.
9. Draft body paragraph two.
10. Draft body paragraph three.
11. Write the conclusion.
12. Edit the essay.
13. Check references.

You have changed one intimidating task into several manageable decisions.

The same technique works for math problem sets, lab reports, presentations, reading assignments, and research projects.

Step 4: Decide What Kind of Homework Help You Need

Not all academic support solves the same problem.

Concept Explanation

Use this when you do not understand the topic.

You may need someone to explain:

• photosynthesis;
• quadratic equations;
• literary symbolism;
• supply and demand;
• probability;
• historical cause and effect.