Tuesday, October 17, 2017

October 17th

1. Your 9 thesis statement homework is due at the beginning of class.

2. We will get together in groups of 3 where you will go over the Bad and Better thesis handout... discuss the different types of thesis,and how they go from Bad to Better...  Then as a group, rewrite the thesis statements at the end of the handout. You can submit these to Google Classroom.

Bad and Better Thesis Statements

For WEDNESDAY:

3. We will practice writing a claim/thesis over the following four topics. These will go in your notes.. they are giving you more practice with crafting a thesis statement.
  • Homework
  • Pro-athlete salaries
  • Kardashians
  • National Anthem 
Reminder... Check:
       1. Your formula
       2. Use of an active verb
       3. Your argument is debatable in an academic setting. (look at formality)
       4. Topic has been adjusted in size where necessary (up or down)
       5. You are answering "how" or "why"?
       6. Are you answering an intellectual question?
       7.  What type of claim are you using? (Redefinition.. cause and effect.... problem/solution..etc.?)

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