ProblemSolution Paper Outline Main Portion of Paper Problem

Problem/Solution Paper Outline

Main Portion of Paper: Problem and Solutions Paragraphs 1. Introduction 2. Hook 4. Problem Presentation 5. Transition to Solution 6. Offering of Solutions 7. Conclusion

1. Introduction Purpose • Draw in the reader • Describe/Define the Problem • Foreshadow your solution Contains -Anecdote or Personal Examples -Brief Overview

Hook Purpose • Get attention of audience • Tell them why they need to know About the problem. Contains -Thesis Statement

4. Problem Presentation Purpose • Tells audience: -Why they should consider this problem -How this problem effects them Contains -Background of Problem -Description of Problem -Researched Examples

Purpose • Describes why current Solutions are not helpful enough Contains -Discussion of Past Solutions or Current Responses -Support for an argument against the typical current solution 5. Transition to Solution

Purpose • Reminds readers why they should do something about this problem -To urge readers to act 7. Conclusion Contains -Repeated statement as to why people should consider this problem based on your claims and supporting details *Does NOT Contain: -New Ideas, facts or evidence

Main Portion of Paper: Problem and Solutions Paragraphs 1. Introduction 2. Hook 4. Problem Presentation 5. Transition to Solution 6. Offering of Solutions 7. Conclusion

Journal Answer the following questions: • According to the outline we discussed today, in what ways is your paper successful so far? • Where does your paper need more content? • What do you need to do to further strengthen your paper?