Preparing for an In-class Essay
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Preparing for an In-class Essay Writing Center @ GAVILAN COLLEGE
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Preparing for an In-class Essay. Writing Center @ Gavilan College . What are you being asked to do?. Understand and restate the author’s argument. Give your opinion on whether you agree or disagree with the author’s argument. - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
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Preparingfor an In-class Essay
Writing Center@ GAVILAN COLLEGE
The Writing Center will make reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities who wish to participate in this event. If you require an accommodation, contact Sara Sanchez at (408)848-4811. Please include the requested accommodation along with your contact information.
GAVILAN COLLEGE
Writing Center
LI120
PHONE: (408)848-4811EMAIL:
[email protected]: gavilan.edu/writing
What are you being asked to do? Understand and restate the author’s
argument. Give your opinion on whether you agree or
disagree with the author’s argument. Throughout your essay, demonstrate you
understand what the author is saying. Provide support for your point of view.
The Writing Center will make reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities who wish to participate in this event. If you require an accommodation, contact Sara Sanchez at (408)848-4811. Please include the requested accommodation along with your contact information.
GAVILAN COLLEGE
Writing Center
LI120
PHONE: (408)848-4811EMAIL:
[email protected]: gavilan.edu/writing
Writing PromptThere are 3 parts to the writing prompt.1. Summarize the author’s opinion.2. State whether you agree or disagree.3. Support your thesis with specific examples from
the article and your own experience.
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GAVILAN COLLEGE
Writing Center
LI120
PHONE: (408)848-4811EMAIL:
[email protected]: gavilan.edu/writing
Your ResponseSummary
+ Your Thesis
IntroductionMain Idea 1
Main Idea 2
Main Idea 3
Conclusion
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The SummarySummarize the author’s thesis and main points in the introduction.
Identify the author and the title of the article. Restate the author’s overall topic and overall main
idea (thesis). Summarize all or most of the author’s supporting
main ideas from the body paragraphs. Use your own words. May include one direct quote or no quotes at all. Typically ¾ of a page long. Avoid personal opinion in the summary of the article. Refer back to the author/article often (author argues,
claims, states, believes, etc.).
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GAVILAN COLLEGE
Writing Center
LI120
PHONE: (408)848-4811EMAIL:
[email protected]: gavilan.edu/writing
Your Thesis The last sentence of your
introduction is your thesis. Choose the side of the
argument you can best support. State clearly “I agree with the
author because . . .” or “I disagree with the author because . . . .”
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Writing Center
LI120
PHONE: (408)848-4811EMAIL:
[email protected]: gavilan.edu/writing
Your Main Ideas
Support your thesis with at least 3 points (1 per paragraph). Refer to the author’s words as
you develop your own argument.
Draw on your personal experience and reasoning to argue your case.
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GAVILAN COLLEGE
Writing Center
LI120
PHONE: (408)848-4811EMAIL:
[email protected]: gavilan.edu/writing
Conclusion Restate the author’s name
and thesis. Restate your thesis and
summarize your main points.
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GAVILAN COLLEGE
Writing Center
LI120
PHONE: (408)848-4811EMAIL:
[email protected]: gavilan.edu/writing
What to do Before the In-class Essay
Research or review the author and context of the article.
Read and annotate the article. Discuss the article. Define unfamiliar vocabulary. Highlight quotes in the article. Ask questions. Write the summary paragraph. State your position. Outline your main ideas. List supporting personal experience.
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GAVILAN COLLEGE
Writing Center
LI120
PHONE: (408)848-4811EMAIL:
[email protected]: gavilan.edu/writing
What to Bring to the In-class Essay Your annotated article
Define key words Identify important points Highlight quotes
1 page of notes Summary paragraph Rough outline of essay
2 pens Loose leaf paper Dictionary/thesaurus (not electronic)
The Writing Center will make reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities who wish to participate in this event. If you require an accommodation, contact Sara Sanchez at (408)848-4811. Please include the requested accommodation along with your contact information.
GAVILAN COLLEGE
Writing Center
LI120
PHONE: (408)848-4811EMAIL:
[email protected]: gavilan.edu/writing
Writing the In-class Essay Read the prompt carefully. If you have questions,
ask your instructor for clarification. If there are multiple parts to the prompt, be sure to
address all parts. Adjust your outline accordingly. Write your response tailoring it to the prompt. Reread the prompt to make sure you’ve answered
the question. Proofread your essay.
The Writing Center will make reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities who wish to participate in this event. If you require an accommodation, contact Sara Sanchez at (408)848-4811. Please include the requested accommodation along with your contact information.
GAVILAN COLLEGE
Writing Center
LI120
PHONE: (408)848-4811EMAIL:
[email protected]: gavilan.edu/writing
Managing Time During the In-class Essay
Adjust your Outline
5-10 minutes
Read the Prompt
15-20 minutes
Write your Essay
20-30 minutes
Proofread, Revise, & Edit
15-20 minutes
The Writing Center will make reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities who wish to participate in this event. If you require an accommodation, contact Sara Sanchez at (408)848-4811. Please include the requested accommodation along with your contact information.
GAVILAN COLLEGE
Writing Center
LI120
PHONE: (408)848-4811EMAIL:
[email protected]: gavilan.edu/writing
Revising and Editing the In-class Essay Double space your response. Neatly cross out and correct spelling,
punctuation, and grammar errors. It’s okay to add a paragraph or rearrange
your essay as long as the order is clearly marked.
