Instructional Video5:10
Curated Video

Writing a Memorable Conclusion

K - 5th
In this video transcript, the teacher explains how to write a memorable conclusion for an essay by leaving the reader with a "NIP" (New thinking, Implication, or Plea). The teacher guides the students through the steps of rereading the...
Instructional Video3:52
Curated Video

Writing the Argument for Your Thesis Statement: Turning Purpose into a Claim

K - 5th
In this video, the teacher explains how to use analysis to write an essay. The focus is on persuasive writing, where the author states their opinion and supports it with evidence. The teacher provides a step-by-step guide on how to turn...
Instructional Video4:11
Curated Video

Writing Subpoints for Your Thesis Statement

K - 5th
In this video, the teacher explains how to develop subpoints for a thesis statement by transforming the argument into a "why" question. The teacher provides clear instructions on how to analyze a prompt, identify the subject, audience,...
Instructional Video1:56
Brian McLogan

Using the equality of exponents to get the same base and solve

12th - Higher Ed
👉 Learn how to solve exponential equations. An exponential equation is an equation in which a variable occurs as an exponent. To solve an exponential equation, we isolate the exponential part of the equation. Then we take the log of both...
Instructional Video6:30
Curated Video

Staying Focused on the Prompt

K - 5th
In this video, the teacher explains how to ensure that your writing stays focused on the prompt when responding to a writing assignment. The teacher provides a step-by-step process for reviewing and revising your work, emphasizing the...
Instructional Video4:52
Curated Video

Elaborating on Supporting Details: Writing Hypothetical Examples

K - 5th
In this video, the teacher explains the importance of elaborating on supporting details in persuasive writing. They emphasize the need for clarity and avoiding reader inference by connecting arguments to the topic sentence and thesis...
Instructional Video8:07
Englishing

How to write an OPINION ESSAY - Lesson 4: Transition words

9th - Higher Ed
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...
Instructional Video4:52
Curated Video

Writing a Strong Introductory Paragraph for an Argumentative Essay

K - 5th
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...
Instructional Video7:54
Englishing

How to write an OPINION ESSAY - Lesson 3: Conclusion

9th - Higher Ed
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...
Instructional Video7:39
Communication Coach Alex Lyon

What is Logos?

Higher Ed
What is Logos for public speaking? As Aristotle might say, a logos definition is, a rhetorical appeal, a way of persuading listeners. Logos = Appealing to listeners' sense of rationale and logic, responding to an audience's need to hear...
Instructional Video9:16
Communication Coach Alex Lyon

Communication Professor Reacts to I Have a Dream Speech by Martin Luther King, Jr.

Higher Ed
Communication Professor Reacts to the I Have a Dream Speech from Martin Luther King, Jr.
Instructional Video3:34
Curated Video

Writing the Argument for a Thesis Statement: Turning Purpose into Claim

K - 5th
In this video, the teacher explains how to write a persuasive essay by turning the purpose statement into a claim. The teacher provides an example and breaks down the process of finding the specific subject, stating an opinion, and...
Instructional Video3:40
Curated Video

Developing a Strong Thesis Statement: Sharing Your Opinion through an Essay

K - 5th
In this video, the teacher explains how to share your opinion through an essay by developing a strong thesis statement with supporting reasons. The lesson emphasizes the importance of using strong words to express your opinion and...
Instructional Video7:05
Englishing

How to write an OPINION ESSAY - Lesson 1: Introductory Paragraph (Hook, Background and Thesis)

9th - Higher Ed
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...
Instructional Video5:12
Curated Video

Writing a Strong Thesis Statement Using BOS

K - 5th
In this video, the teacher explains how to write a strong thesis statement using the BOS method. The BOS method stands for broad, opinion, and statement, and it helps students ensure that their thesis statements are clear, debatable, and...
Instructional Video13:39
Communication Coach Alex Lyon

How to Organize a Speech or Presentation

Higher Ed
Let's take an in-depth look at how to organize a presentation or speech including the introduction, body, and conclusion. Choices about how to structure a presentation or speech really matter. The right organization helps you stay on...
Instructional Video9:31
Englishing

ESL - How to write a good THESIS STATEMENT

9th - Higher Ed
In this lesson, Mr. P. will talk about what a thesis statement is. He will list the parts of a good thesis statement and the things to avoid when writing a thesis statement. He will provide with an exercise taken from owl.excelsior.edu....
Instructional Video7:21
Communication Coach Alex Lyon

How to Write a Thesis Statement for a Speech

Higher Ed
How to write a thesis statement for a speech for either an informative or persuasive presentation.
Instructional Video4:58
Curated Video

Organizing Your Research Essay

K - 5th
In this video, the teacher explains how to structure a research essay using a method called "boxes and bullets." The teacher emphasizes the importance of including the introductory outline in the body paragraphs and guides the viewers...
Instructional Video4:28
Curated Video

Using Boxes and Bullets for the Introductory Paragraph

K - 5th
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.
Instructional Video5:10
Curated Video

Hooking the Reader and Stating Your Thesis

K - 5th
In this video, the teacher provides guidance on how to begin a response to a writing prompt. They emphasize the importance of hooking the reader and then clearly stating the thesis statement. The teacher also highlights the need to...
Instructional Video4:32
Curated Video

Organizing and Developing Supporting Reasons with Boxes and Bullets

K - 5th
In this video, the teacher explains how to organize and develop supporting reasons for an opinion essay using the technique of boxes and bullets. The teacher emphasizes the importance of strong reasons that support the thesis statement....
Instructional Video4:45
Curated Video

Writing a Strong Thesis Statement: Opinion and Reasons

K - 5th
In this video, the teacher explains how to write a strong thesis statement by ensuring it is an opinion supported by reasons. The teacher guides the students through the process of generating ideas, selecting a topic, listing supporting...
Instructional Video9:10
Englishing

ESL - Writing/ Sentence Starters

9th - Higher Ed
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...