Write the paper a little at a time rather than pulling an all-nighter and writing it all at once. Each person has a best time and place for focusing. Choose a standard place where distractions such as the TV, social networks and the phone will be minimized. Commit to working hard on the paper during scheduled times.
Difficult topics that need to be developed require time and patience in the research stage. Start by going to the reference librarian at your college. They are experts on finding high-quality sources for research. Consider taking a camera to the library to take pictures of the information in books, journals and other printed materials. This will facilitate quoting the material as you write and citing it at the end of the paper.
A paper can seem an overwhelming challenge if the length requirement is shockingly short or terrifyingly long. Short papers usually mean the professor wants to be sure the message was understood concisely. Choose the strongest aspects of the content and word it strategically, pointing out why it is strong and how it is relevant. Cope with longer papers by planning in advance, always creating an outline and, when editing, looking out for sentences that could be expanded into separate paragraphs.
Knowing how to cite sources is vital in college but can take a painstakingly long time if done individually. Know what kind of sourcing the professor requires. Keep a writing reference that is approved by the university on hand when sourcing. Use an online tool that can type source details instantly based on the information you provide. Double-check these with the writing reference.