Learn how to write critically by understanding the key differences between descriptive writing and critical analytical writing. Emma explains what these two types of writing are and how to relate to each other, using loads of straightforward examples.

DESCRIPTIVE VS CRITICAL: OVERVIEW
00:00 Introduction
00:47 Descriptive writing
01:44 Example of descriptive writing
02:02 Critical/analytical writing
02:16 Example of critical/analytical writing
02:58 Critical analytical writing in research
03:20 Example linking critical writing to research aims and research questions
04:18 The what and so what
04:33 Example of critical and descriptive writing components in a dissertation or thesis
05:31 Should you avoid descriptive writing altogether?
05:58 How to audit your writing for criticality
06:30 Recap and outro

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