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Welcome to your resource to help you through the argumentative writing semester. Below are the 7 video lessons and assignments that you will be expected to complete.
The Learning Process
The Learning Process
Major Assignment 1: Exploratory Essay
Major Assignment 1: Exploratory Essay
The first thing you will need to do to begin the process of becoming a more effective essay writer is to write an essay. Don't worry about what you can or cannot do. Write a argument... whatever you think that should look like. We will use that essay to learn and grow.
Assignment Instructions
0-Argumentative Essay 1Lesson 1: Entering a Conversation
Lesson 1: Entering a Conversation
Practice Lessons
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1-Claim Assignment DetailsLesson 2: Audience
Lesson 2: Audience
Practice Lessons
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2-AudienceLesson 3: Using Experts
Lesson 3: Using Experts
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5-Evidence and Citation Assignment
5-Vonnegut Article.pdfLesson 4: Transitions and Purpose
Lesson 4: Transitions and Purpose
Practice Lessons:
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4-Word Scale AssignmentLesson 5: Structure and Argument
Lesson 5: Structure and Argument
Classical Arguments
Rogerian Arguments
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5-Counterclaim AssignmentLesson 6: Using Rhetoric
Lesson 6: Using Rhetoric
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3-Logos and Pathos in Ted TalksLesson 7: Descriptive Outlining
Lesson 7: Descriptive Outlining
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6-PurposeMajor Assignment 2: Lesson Reflection
Major Assignment 2: Lesson Reflection
It is time to look at the progress you have made from your practice lessons. You will compare your exploratory essay to the writing in your practice assignments to see if your skills have improved.
Demonstrating your learning
Demonstrating your learning
Now that you have had a chance to practice your essay writing skills, let's try writing a new essay. This is where you are going to show that you have learned the 7 skills you have practiced.
Essay Outline:
Essay Outline:
The best way to ensure that you are going to create a persuasive argument is to create an outline where you plan what you are going to write before you write. Use the outline listed here in order to get ready for your upcoming rough draft.
10-Essay 2 Outline - BlankMa jor Assignment 3 - Rough Draft Essay:
Ma jor Assignment 3 - Rough Draft Essay:
When you are done with your outline it is time to begin your rough draft. When writing your rough draft, don't worry about making it perfect, just write what you can. You will fix any errors and any problems when you revise your paper. You will know that you have a completed rough draft when you:
Have a clear and arguable claim
Have evidence supporting your claim
Write an introduction that explains the topic to the audience
Have multiple defined paragraphs that each contribute a unique idea
End with a conclusion that reviews your argument.
10-Argumentative Essay 2Major Assignment 4 - Exemplar Text Study:
Major Assignment 4 - Exemplar Text Study:
Take a look at a selection of exemplar texts here.
Time for a Works Cited Page
Time for a Works Cited Page
Done with your rough draft? Be sure to add a "Works Cited" page to give more information about the sources you used.
Proper MLA formatting is expected from your works cited page.
Major Assignment 5 - Final Draft Essay:
Major Assignment 5 - Final Draft Essay:
You will arrive at your final draft through the process of revising and editing your rough draft. This will be difficult for many of you since, many of you have stopped at the rough draft phase of writing for all of your previous assignments, but here are some steps to follow for changing your rough draft and turning it into a final draft:
Part 1: Revision (How can you make the Essay better?)
Read through your argument, look for parts of the essay that seem "rushed," and explain those sections in more detail.
Be sure that your evidence is properly cited.
Check to make sure that your evidence is introduced and explained. (I.C.E.)
Make sure that the beginning of the essay gets the reader's attention and draws them in.
Verify that your ending connects to your reader and, if necessary, gives them a call to action.
Make sure each paragraph has 1 topic and a clear purpose.
Check the transitions between your paragraphs, is your logic easy to follow?
Attend a workshop session with Mr. Abbott to get feedback on ways to revise your essay.
Have a peer read your essay. Ask them if there are any confusing parts. Find out what their favorite part was.
Part 2: Editing (How can you make the story more readable?)
Grammar: you need to make sure it is correct.
Be sure that you are following the formatting rules for in-text citations
Check your spelling; use Grammarly to help.
Put your paper into MLA format.
When you have finished revising and editing your essay, you might be ready to submit it. Remember, this piece of writing should be the best example of what you are capable of. This assignment should reflect 2 months of writing and revision. Let's just say, my standards will be high, and remember:
Writing is never done, it is just due.
Writing is never done, it is just due.
Major Assignment 6: Essay Reflection
Major Assignment 6: Essay Reflection
It is time to look at the progress you have made this year. You will compare your exploratory essay to your final draft essay to see if your skills have improved.
Abbott's Writing Process
Abbott's Writing Process
Want to see Mr. Abbott write an essay from start to finish? Watch this fast-paced and exciting video. Lots of action.
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