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Drafting
Drafting explores the important elements of the drafting step of the writing process.
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How to Write an Introductory Paragraph for Argumentative, Analytical, and Expository Paper
An introductory paragraph is the first impression to hook your reader into reading your paper. Learn the three elements of an effective introductory paragraph. Examples are given.
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Ordering Your Introduction: Helping Your Reader Understand Your Essay
In this video, the teacher explains how to write an introduction in a logical order for an essay. They emphasize the importance of considering what information the reader needs to know first and then organizing the points accordingly. By...
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Hooking Your Reader: Posing Questions and Making Bold Statements
In this video, the teacher provides a step-by-step guide on how to hook readers in the opening paragraph of an essay. The lesson emphasizes the importance of engaging the reader's attention and making the topic relevant to them. The...
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How to write an OPINION ESSAY - Lesson 2: Body Paragraph
In this lesson, Mr. P. will discuss how to write a body paragraph of an opinion essay. He will focus on how to write a topic sentence, detail/supporting sentences, and a conclusion sentence by looking at an easy essay.
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How to write an OPINION ESSAY - Lesson 4: Transition words
In this lesson, Mr. P. will discuss how to write an opinion essay using transition words to create a better flow among paragraphs and sentences. He will focus on four groups of transition words and then changed an essay. This lesson is...
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How to write an OPINION ESSAY - Lesson 3: Conclusion
In this lesson, Mr. P. will discuss how to write a conclusion paragraph of an opinion essay. He will focus on how to rewrite your thesis statement, review topic sentences and conclude the paragraph with a suggestion, an opinion or a...
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Writing a Strong Introductory Paragraph for an Argumentative Essay
In this video, the teacher discusses the importance of writing a strong introductory paragraph for an argumentative essay. They emphasize the need to define the claim, address the opposing claim, and grab the reader's attention with a...
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How to write an OPINION ESSAY - Lesson 1: Introductory Paragraph (Hook, Background and Thesis)
In this lesson, Mr. P. will discuss how to write an introductory paragraph of an opinion essay. He will focus on how to write a hook, background information, and thesis statement by giving easy examples.
This lesson is designed for...
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Using Boxes and Bullets for the Introductory Paragraph
In this video, the teacher explains how to structure a research essay by using boxes and bullets. They discuss the importance of providing background information in the introduction before stating the thesis.
Englishing
ESL - Writing/ Sentence Starters
Besides reviewing what an essay is, Mr. P. will also cover how an essay is structured. He will then provide seven types of common sentence starters to use in an essay. This lesson is designed for intermediate students who wish to improve...
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How to Hook Your Reader and State Your Thesis
In this video, the teacher explains how to effectively hook the reader in the opening paragraph of an essay. The teacher emphasizes the importance of engaging the reader's interest and making them feel connected to the topic. The steps...
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Writing an Effective Introduction: Hooking Your Reader
In this video, the teacher explains how to effectively hook your reader in the opening paragraph of an essay. They emphasize the importance of using strong language, personal stories, and connecting the hook to the thesis statement. The...
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Writing a Strong Introductory Paragraph for an Argumentative Essay
In this video, the teacher provides a step-by-step guide on how to write a strong introductory paragraph for an argumentative essay. They emphasize the importance of engaging the reader in the topic by using a hook, such as an...
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Supporting an Opinion with Strong Reasons and Evidence
This video is a lesson on how to support an opinion with strong reasons by adding evidence, such as facts and details. It provides examples and guidance on how to make your reasons clear and based on facts, ultimately making your opinion...
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Revising Your Essay to Target Your Audience
This video provides a concise lesson on how to revise an argumentative essay to effectively target and convince the intended audience. It emphasizes the importance of understanding the audience and tailoring the essay accordingly, using...
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Sophia: Thesis Statements
This lesson introduces how to write a thesis statement. This tutorial lesson shares a short screencast [04:45] with the lesson's content.
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Learn Zillion: Draft an Opening Paragraph for a Persuasive Letter
In this lesson, you will learn how to draft a strong opening paragraph by making a brave statement. [4:26]
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Sophia: Cause and Effect Papers: Thesis: Lesson 1
This lesson discusses selecting a thesis for a cause and effect paper. It is 1 of 2 in the series titled "Cause and Effect Papers: Thesis."
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Sophia: Research Paper Format: Lesson 2
This lesson introduces the structure of research papers. It is 2 of 2 in the series titled "Research Paper Format."
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Sophia: Research Papers: Lesson 1
This lesson introduces research papers and their goals. It is 1 of 3 in the series titled "Research Papers."
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Sophia: Writing Effective Introductions
This video tutorial lesson instructs how to write an effective introduction for an expository essay. The instructor explains her thinking as she provides four basic steps to immediately get the audience's attention in a piece of writing.