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Academic english iii

Academic english iii. Class 21 May 24, 2013. Today. Problem –Solution writing. Problem – Solution Writing. Involves: - Researching, identifying, and analyzing a problem. - Describing the problem - Coming up with and analyzing possible solutions - Choosing the best solutions(s)

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Academic english iii

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  1. Academic english iii Class 21 May 24, 2013

  2. Today Problem –Solution writing

  3. Problem – Solution Writing Involves: - Researching, identifying, and analyzing a problem. - Describing the problem - Coming up with and analyzing possible solutions - Choosing the best solutions(s) - Evaluating the solution(s)

  4. Problem – Solution Writing Requires: - Analytical skills To understand the problem and the potential solutions. - Argumentative skills To effectively evaluate and defend your chosen solution(s).

  5. Problem – Solution Writing This type of writing is common in academic settings: - Essays - Exam questions - Presentations - THESIS!!! It is also a common question type on IELTS Solving problems is an important aspect of many jobs.

  6. Problem – Solution Essay Structure As with all essay types, there are several ways to organizea problem-solution essay. Most important is that the key elements of problem-solution writing are addressed.

  7. Problem – Solution Essay Structure Most important is that the key elements of problem-solution writing are addressed. - Identification of the problem. - Situation (information necessary for understanding the problem) - Identification of solution(s) - Evaluation of solution(s)

  8. Identifying and explaining problem (situation) The problem must be a real issue, not something the writer (you) perceives as bad, or doesn’t like. i.e., “Having class twice a week sucks.” “I hate when my wife doesn’t cook dinner.” The problem must be generally acknowledged as a problem.

  9. Identifying and explaining problem (situation) The problem must be generally acknowledged as a problem.  Conduct some research on problems that you are somewhat familiar with. - Find one that interests you. - One for which solutions are feasible. For this assignment, your problem cannot be a Korean problem (i.e., settling the Dok-do disputes).

  10. Identifying and explaining problem (situation) After choosing your problem, you must collect information that will be necessary for the reader to properly appreciate the problem. This information will be used for the “Situation” section of the paper.

  11. Identifying and explaining problem (situation) Information to address in the Situation: - What are the causes of the problem? - Why did it happen? - Who does it affect? - What are the effects of the problem? - Why is it a problem?

  12. Identifying and explaining problem (situation) i.e., Not enough seats in the campus cafeterias so many students cannot eat meals on campus. - What are the causes of the problem? - The cafeterias are too small. - Space is not used efficiently. - Student to cafeteria ratio is 3,500:1 - Why did it happen? - The number of enrolled students on campus has increased. - Less students are going off-campus for food (high cost) - The number of cafeterias have decreased (one of the engineering cafeterias has been removed).

  13. Identifying and explaining problem (situation) i.e., Not enough seats in the campus cafeterias - Who does it affect? - Affects KMU students - What are the effects of the problem? - Students are not able to eat during meal times. - More students are trying to order delivery, which is causing problems (accidents) on campus.

  14. Identifying and explaining problem (situation) i.e., Not enough seats in the campus cafeterias - Why is it a problem?

  15. Use this time to start researching a problem that you are interested in. Find: - What are the causes of the problem? - Why did it happen? - Who does it affect? - What are the effects of the problem? - Why is it a problem?

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