CheckList

1) Essay choice (Check )

2) Identification of keywords and experts (Check, but not fully stated )

3) Breakdown of the research domain and subtopics (Somewhat )

4) Generation of related questions and short answers ( Check)

5) Identification of some assumptions and biases (Check )

6) Reviewing of the research literature (Check 
)
7) Experimental /creative exploration of the question (Check )

8) Relate the question to other lecture topics or courses (Check but minimal )

9) Exploring possible thesis statements (Check )

10) Strategizing the essay structure or outline (Not Check )

11) Work schedule (Not in blog )

12) Reflections on or tutorial sessions, etc. (Check ) 

13) Summary of blog entries (Check )