Thursday

Class Work

1. Let's share the introductions -

•  Find a partner.
• Read to the partner.
• Partner - listen to the introduction. Can you identify the main point? Check with the author to be sure you are correct.
• Switch -

2. What's next in the paper? You want at least three strong examples as to why your point of view is correct. These examples need support. Now is a good time to cite sources. Let's look back at the Cry Wolf essay for examples. http://grammar.ccc.commnet.edu/grammar/

Let's take a look at the sample in Write Now as well: pp. 216+

3. Map your approach. What will you write first, next, and then, ...You can do this with a Mind Map and number the order. You can "chunk" this and draw arrows or use numbers. You can do a formal outline if that is your favorite thing to do. Look back at your research before deciding the best order:
p. 215 in Write Now.
4. Fit your personal example or interview into the selection somewhere. Where will it work the best?
5. Stop before you write the conclusion. That will be an activity for another day.
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6. Can you identify the FANBOYS?
7. Learn to avoid run-on sentences and comma splices: http://grammar.ccc.commnet.edu/grammar/
(PowerPoint)
8. Let's try a few in-class activities - do this on your computer. E-mail the "answers" to me.

• Compound sentence punctuated with a FANBOY and a comma
• Compound sentence punctuated with a "snob word", semi-colon, and comma.
• Compound sentence punctuated with a semi-colon.

9. Correct the sentences - partner activity.

Homework
1. Write the body of your draft. Carefully consider the order. Use your chart to guide your writing.
Bring the draft to class on Tuesday. Begin to think about the best way to end your essay.