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Writing an Essay

Writing an Essay. The basics…. Arguing to convince the 10% who disagree with you will produce a more compelling paper. Succeeding to convince those in that 10% will produce an excellent paper. 60% disagree 40% agree This is an example o f an excellent t hesis. 50% agree 50% disagree

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Writing an Essay

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  1. Writing an Essay The basics…

  2. Arguing to convince the 10% who disagree with you will produce a more compelling paper. Succeeding to convince those in that 10% will produce an excellent paper. 60% disagree 40% agree This is an example of an excellent thesis. 50% agree 50% disagree This is an example of a moderately good thesis. The Thesis Not defensible: “No Way!” There is no proof or support for your thesis. Not arguable: “Duh!” There is no argument against your support your thesis.

  3. Every word should do work. NO fluff. Title Author Type of writing General statements about what you will prove -Careful and Intentional Introductory Remarks

  4. Every word should do work. • No Fluff. • Minimal requirements: • Topic sentence, mini thesis, or point one. • Text support • Commentary x 2 • Transition • How many? It depends on your purpose for writing… Body Paragraphs

  5. Testing • Exploring • Arguing • Persuading • Informational • Procedural • Texts or emails Purposes

  6. Every word should do work. • No Fluff. • Minimal requirements • Rethink your thesis: • What did you learn from exploring the thesis? • Why is it important to discuss this thesis? • What is still left to explore about your thesis? • Why is your thesis correct? Conclusion

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