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A few notes on Thesis Statement formulation

A few notes on Thesis Statement formulation. THESIS STATEMENT. – an assertion of belief, attitude, or judgment you have about your topic; it expresses your stand or point of view on the issue. Why the need for a thesis statement. The Donald Murray reminder: “S.O.F.T.”

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A few notes on Thesis Statement formulation

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  1. A few notes on Thesis Statement formulation

  2. THESIS STATEMENT – an assertion of belief, attitude, or judgment you have about your topic; it expresses your stand or point of view on the issue

  3. Why the need for a thesis statement The Donald Murray reminder: “S.O.F.T.” “Say One F*c^!n% Thing.” That one thing, in academic writing, at least, was something called a “thesis.”

  4. Basic Requirements for a thesis statement • States the topic that will be discussed • Indicates the focus – the assertion that presents your point of view • Uses specificlanguage, not vague words • Makes an assertion based on clearly stated support TPoVSS

  5. Homework Be the judge.  Do the following thesis statements meet the criteria of an effective thesis?

  6. 1. Stem cell therapy denies the right of human to quality life. 2. Stem cell treatment and research should be pursued because of its benefits and undeniable wonders.

  7. 3. Stem cells play a significant role in today’s technology because they have much potential that man can use in many ways. 4. Stem cell therapy must not be considered in treating diseases because the procedure for harvesting the cell is unethical, the guarantee of a successful operation is minimal, and the act itself defies natural law.

  8. 5. Stem cell therapy is an intervention strategy that introduces new adult stem cells into damaged tissue in order to treat disease or injury. 6. Given sufficient research and development, stem cell application in medicine must be pursued because its potential in saving lives outweighs the ethical issues.

  9. 7. Stem cell therapy, despite its promising features, reflects an unethical process. 8. The use of stem cell is an immoral and unethical deed because it is against God’s words; therefore, it should not be practiced.

  10. 9. Because stem cell therapy raises ethical concerns such as the defying of natural occurrences of life and the fact that one has to prioritize one life over the other, such medical procedure must be prohibited. 10. Stem cell therapy is one of the most advanced ways of treating diseases, which can lead us into better solutions to cure serious ailments.

  11. 11. Sacrifice of a potential life is justified if this means the alleviation of suffering and treatment of diseases of the greater majority. 12. Many researchers believe that stem cell treatments have the potential to change the face of human disease and alleviate suffering.

  12. Write answers in a one half crosswise yellow paper. Number it 1 to 12, then choose between: ACCEPTABLE or NOT ACCEPTABLE

  13. More examples NO Public transportation has many advantages. YES Investing in public transportation pays strong benefits in environmental quality, economic development, and social interactions.

  14. More examples NO A revised basic curriculum in the Philippines is needed. YES In order to address the problems associated with the deteriorating reading, writing, and mathematical skills, a revised basic curriculum is needed to ensure that our students receive quality education.

  15. Use the structure of your thesis statement to guide the organization of your outline. Thesis statement: Stem cell therapy must not be considered in treating diseases because the procedure for harvesting the cell is unethical, the guarantee of a successful operation is minimal, and the act itself defies natural law. • The controversy in stem cell applications in medicine • Reasons why it must not be considered in treating diseases A. Unethical harvesting procedure B. Minimal guarantee of successful operation C. Natural law defied III. Alternative to stem cell therapy

  16. Reference: Francisco, M.A. and Manlapaz, E. (2005). The New Anvil Guide to Research Paper Writing. Pasig City: Anvil Publishing.

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