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ELD Benchmark

ELD Benchmark. Introduction Paragraph. Goals of Introduction. Grab the reader’s attention Bridge Present sub-topics; forecast Present thesis; argument. Step #1 The Hook. Begin with a quote, A statistic, A brief anecdote, Opposing view, An analogy,

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ELD Benchmark

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  1. ELD Benchmark Introduction Paragraph

  2. Goals of Introduction • Grab the reader’s attention • Bridge • Present sub-topics; forecast • Present thesis; argument

  3. Step #1 The Hook • Begin with a quote, • A statistic, • A brief anecdote, • Opposing view, • An analogy, • Relevant questions (not “Have you ever…”)

  4. Step #2 The Bridge • Connect hook to forecast • Meaning for hook • Why you choseit

  5. Step #3 Forecast • Preview subtopics • Brief details • Body paragraphs

  6. Step #4 Thesis • Thesis • One sentence • End of paragraph • Constant referral • Restate often

  7. Introduction Example

  8. Hook Statistic (about topic) “Only 10 of 2,000 qualified applicants are accepted into the fire academy each year” Quote (related to topic) Harry S. Truman once said, “I am the President of the most powerful nation in the world. I take orders from nobody, except photographers.” Introduction part 1

  9. Hook- continued • Anecdote (story about someone who works in your topic area) • “a day in the life” • Put reader in that person’s shoes • “Each day, Susan gets up at 5:00 a.m. After she jogs, feeds the dogs, showers and prepares breakfast, she does the most important thing of the day– she drives to her job at Sunrise Nursing Home. Here, she will be greeted by the people who rely on her for their daily exercise, activity and conversation. . .”

  10. Transition (bridge) “Bridges” or connects the hook to the thesis Explains or follows-up the hook Explains importance of statistic Explains meaning of quote Explains significance of anecdote (stat) Only 10 of 2,000 qualified applicants are accepted into the fire academy each year. (transition) Firefighting is a highly coveted position and honorable field; it takes a person who is both physically and mentally strong to survive in this field. Introductions part 2

  11. Transition part 2 • State the issue or topic • make a statement about its importance or impact on society • (stat) Only 10 of 2,000 qualified applicants are accepted into the fire academy each year. • (transition) Firefighting is a highly coveted position and honorable field; it takes a person who is both physically and mentally strong to survive in this field. • (transition 2) Each day, firefighters put their lives on the line for people in need. They rush into burning buildings while others rush out, and we depend on them to be there in our greatest time of need.

  12. Introduction part 3 • Thesis • Done for you already! Look at your outline • (stat) Only 10 of 2,000 qualified applicants are accepted into the fire academy each year. • (transition) Firefighting is a highly coveted position and honorable field; it takes a person who is both physically and mentally strong to survive in this field. • (transition 2) Each day, firefighters put their lives on the line for people in need. They rush into burning buildings while others rush out, and we depend on them to be there in our greatest time of need. • (thesis)The career of a firefighter is a rewarding and demanding profession that requires many hours of education and certification.

  13. The Senior Project Body Paragraphs

  14. Goals of Body Paragraphs • Introduce a subtopic • Present supporting details • Analyze details • Refer to thesis • Transition to next subtopic

  15. Goal #1 Introduce subtopic • Topic sentence • Subject of paragraph • Possible transition from previous paragraph

  16. Goal #2 Present Details • Lead-in and set-up data • Write author/title in sentence • Use data cards • Paraphrase • Summary • Direct quote • Citations

  17. Goal #3 Analyze details and refer back to thesis • Commentary or analysis • Connects detail (quotes/data) to thesis • Educated opinion

  18. Goal #4 Transition/Conclusion • Repeat details and your analysis as needed • Transition to next paragraph • Or conclude paragraph

  19. Sample Body Paragaph Format • Topic Sentence • Lead-in/Set-up then data (citation) • Student Analysis • Lead-in/Set-up then data (citation) • Student Analysis • Closing Sentence

  20. Plug in Example

  21. The Senior Project Conclusion Paragraphs

  22. Goals of Conclusion Paragraph • Paraphrase or restate thesis • Review or summarize main points • Make a final impression on reader

  23. Goal # 1 Thesis • Transition from previous paragraph • Do not use “In conclusion…” • Stress importance of thesis • Use different words

  24. Goal # 2 Review Main Points • Summarize body paragraphs • Brief, a few sentences • Don’t repeat introduction

  25. Goal # 3 Final Thoughts • Echo the introduction (anecdote) • Challenge reader • Call to action • Look to the future • Pose questions

  26. Plug in Example

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