Recap and Next Steps in GRE Essay Preparation

So far, we've delved into understanding the essence of the 'Analyse an Issue' task, its expectations, structure, and the potential questions you might encounter. We transitioned into a deep dive of the GRE's essay scoring process, analyzing sample essays across various score ranges. This was designed to give you a clear perspective on what GRE scorers seek and the criteria they use for evaluation. Our journey then led us to our first timed essay writing task, followed by a critical self-analysis, setting the stage for the next phase of our preparation.

The next logical step? Dive into essay practice. But how do we approach it? The crux of our course emphasizes structured essay writing, a departure from the traditional approach of writing without a clear plan. Our examination of sample essays highlighted the importance of structure, which GRE scorers prioritize.

To reinforce this, let's revisit my initial attempt at the essay, analyzing its shortcomings to ensure you sidestep similar pitfalls.