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Academic english iii

Academic english iii. December 3, 2013. Today. Continue Problem-Solution writing  talking about problems  suggesting solutions. Writing Consultations. Available Times: Dec. 4 (10:00 – 12:00); (2:00 – 4:00) Dec. 5 (10:00 – 1:00); (3:00 – 4:00) Dec. 6 (1:30 – 5:30)

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Academic english iii

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  1. Academic english iii December 3, 2013

  2. Today Continue Problem-Solution writing  talking about problems  suggesting solutions

  3. Writing Consultations Available Times: Dec. 4 (10:00 – 12:00); (2:00 – 4:00) Dec. 5 (10:00 – 1:00); (3:00 – 4:00) Dec. 6 (1:30 – 5:30) Dec. 9 (12:30 – 5:30) Dec. 11 (10:00 – 4:00) Dec. 12 (10:00 – 1:00); (3:00 – 4:00) Dec. 13 (1:30 – 5:30)

  4. Problem – Solution Essay Structure Key elements of problem-solution writing - Identification of the problem. - Situation (information necessary for understanding the problem) - Identification of solution(s) - Evaluation of solution(s)

  5. Problem – Solution Outline Introduction - Opening statement (related to topic) - Identification of problem - Thesis statement Body A. Situation B. Solution 1 - details of solution - evaluation of solution C. Solution 2 - details of solution - evaluation of solution Conclusion - Restate the significance of the problem - Briefly summarize the solution(s) - Re-emphasize the strengths of the solution(s) - Call to action

  6. Problem – Solution: Thesis statement In this type of essay, the thesis statement may be two sentences. Sentence 1: State the problem. Sentence 2: Indicate solution(s). Of course, it may also be done in one sentence.

  7. Problem – Solution: Thesis statement Examples: Internet piracy is a big problem for many companies. Smoking should be banned because it is bad for your health, it costs too much and it affects those who do not smoke. The melting ice caps pose a real and present danger to our world and, if left unchecked, will cause world-wide disasters in the future. Scientists have researched two viable ways to slow the disintegration of the ice caps. Many children suffer long-term consequences of bullying. However, the problem can be remedied through a three-pronged approach: educating the parents, encouraging a community atmosphere, and implementing a peer mediation program.

  8. Problem – Solution: Thesis statement The melting ice caps pose a real and present danger to our world and, if left unchecked, will cause world-wide disasters in the future. Scientists have researched two viable ways to slow the disintegration of the ice caps. Many children suffer long-term consequences of bullying. However, the problem can be remedied through a three-pronged approach: educating the parents, encouraging a community atmosphere, and implementing a peer mediation program.

  9. Solution Section Two methods for writing a solutions section: 1. Discuss and evaluate two solutions that you think are possible. 2. Discuss two solutions, arguing that one is superior to the other.

  10. Reminder: Paper 4 Peer editing Tuesday Dec. 10 - bring your first draft First draft: An edited and revised version of your rough draft.

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