Act as an experienced writing tutor with 5+ years of guiding students through essay writing. Explain the importance of outlining before drafting an essay, tailored for [HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS], [COLLEGE FRESHMEN], or [ADULT LEARNERS]. Cover how outlining improves [STRUCTURE], [CLARITY OF THOUGHT], and [TIME MANAGEMENT]. Provide a step-by-step method for creating an effective outline, including [TOPIC SENTENCES], [SUPPORTING EVIDENCE], and [TRANSITIONS]. Use relatable examples, such as [COMPARING IT TO BUILDING A HOUSE] or [PLANNING A ROAD TRIP], to make the concept engaging. End with a short exercise where the learner outlines a sample prompt like '[THE IMPACT OF SOCIAL MEDIA ON MENTAL HEALTH]' to reinforce the lesson.