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Writing a Memorable Conclusion
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...
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Writing the Argument for Your Thesis Statement: Turning Purpose into a Claim
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...
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Writing Subpoints for Your Thesis Statement
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,...
Brian McLogan
Using the equality of exponents to get the same base and solve
👉 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...
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Staying Focused on the Prompt
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...
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Elaborating on Supporting Details: Writing Hypothetical Examples
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...
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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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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 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...
Communication Coach Alex Lyon
What is Logos?
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...
Communication Coach Alex Lyon
Communication Professor Reacts to I Have a Dream Speech by Martin Luther King, Jr.
Communication Professor Reacts to the I Have a Dream Speech from Martin Luther King, Jr.
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Writing the Argument for a Thesis Statement: Turning Purpose into Claim
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...
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Developing a Strong Thesis Statement: Sharing Your Opinion through an Essay
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...
Englishing
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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Writing a Strong Thesis Statement Using BOS
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...
Communication Coach Alex Lyon
How to Organize a Speech or Presentation
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...
Englishing
ESL - How to write a good THESIS STATEMENT
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....
Communication Coach Alex Lyon
How to Write a Thesis Statement for a Speech
How to write a thesis statement for a speech for either an informative or persuasive presentation.
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Organizing Your Research Essay
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...
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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.
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Hooking the Reader and Stating Your Thesis
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...
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Organizing and Developing Supporting Reasons with Boxes and Bullets
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....
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Writing a Strong Thesis Statement: Opinion and Reasons
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...
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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...