Write for an Academic Discussion
Adding something new to a class discussion.
15 minutes · A free lesson from Writing
You read a professor's question and two classmates' posts, then write your own post — at least 100 words — giving and supporting your opinion.
"I agree with Sofia that internships should remain optional — with one important change… universities could count paid part-time jobs as work experience…"
The writer takes a side, engages with both classmates, and adds a new idea.
Lesson quiz
Check what you have learned. Choose an answer to see whether it is right, and why.
Quick check: What raises the score most?
- A new reason or example that neither classmate gave
- Repeating a classmate's point
- Writing exactly 100 words
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A: A new reason or example that neither classmate gave — Contribute to the discussion, do not just repeat it.
Quick check: How long must your post be?
- At least 300 words
- Exactly 50 words
- At least 100 words
Show the answer
C: At least 100 words — Give and support your opinion in at least 100 words.
Quick check: Where should your position go?
- At the very end
- In the first sentence
- Nowhere
Show the answer
B: In the first sentence — Take a clear side at once, then respond to a classmate.
Marked as soon as you finish — free with an account.Practise now