English 1010: Process Analysis

For your Process Analysis Essay, you will need to use at least 2 scholarly resources to support your thesis and body paragraphs. They must be current (published within the last five years). 

What is a scholarly/library/peer reviewed source?

• An article, book, e-book, or study that is published by a reliable and reputable publisher
• Reviewed and written by professionals with advanced degrees in the field
• Checked by a group of professionals for quality and accuracy

Use the databases below to begin your research and find your required sources!

Sample Process Analysis- Click the link below to see an example of a Process Analysis with scholarly sources and citations.

Sample Process Analysis Paper (MLA 9th)

Prewriting- The first and most important part of your writing process!

Creating an outline, mind map, or even a stream-of-consciousness writing exercise will help you:

• Organize your thoughts into a coherent essay
• Guide your research
• Get you closer to your 400-word writing requirement! 

With an outline, you can clearly lay out the steps of your process, whether it be baking a cake, bypassing an EGR Cooler in a car coolant system, or revealing the process of writing an essay!

Remember that your essay must include a thesis statement, sources to back up different aspects of your process, and body paragraphs that are geared toward your audience and specifically support your thesis. 

See below for a few examples of each of these prewriting techniques!