Recent content by PatriciaWong

Cramming worked for the next day's exam, but a week later? Nothing. Then I discovered spaced repetition—reviewing material at increasing intervals over time. I use Anki flashcards that schedule reviews based on how well I know each concept. The night before the exam, I'm not learning new...

I've been studying in the US for two years. My spoken English is fine, I can participate in class, and I understand the readings. But writing a 20-page research paper in academic English feels like climbing a mountain. I'm scared my grammar will be clunky, my sentence structures will be...

I've been working as a freelance academic writer for five years. I see a lot of misconceptions about what happens on the other side of the screen, and I want to share. When you place an order, it usually goes into a pool. I, the writer, bid on it. I get paid very little for the work (usually...

I'm applying to grad schools next month, and my personal statement is just not where it needs to be. I'm a first-gen student, and I don't have family members or mentors who can help me craft a compelling narrative. I found an editing service that offers to 'rewrite and enhance' your statement...