Practice Write 12/6/16

To "keep it real" in academic writing could mean how to write academically and be truthful about it. If I was being real about it I would say it's harder than informal creative writing because you have to research and insert quotes to back up your thoughts. I get intimidated when I have to do a essay for something important because I feel like I have to sound smart and that overrides my voice. So to "keep it real" you have to start with a strong thesis and back it up with quotes or facts on the topic. Your thesis doesn't have to be set in stone because revision is a big part of academic writing.