What is writing Writing is an essential skill

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What is writing? • Writing is an essential skill for all students. • A

What is writing? • Writing is an essential skill for all students. • A representation of a language using symbols and signs. • It allows individuals to communicate their thoughts and ideas non-verbally. • It is required to excel in higher education.

What do writers need? Pen or Pencil Water, Juice, Coffee, or Tea Paper Computer

What do writers need? Pen or Pencil Water, Juice, Coffee, or Tea Paper Computer or laptop

What do writers write? News Review Creative Essay

What do writers write? News Review Creative Essay

ESSAY What is essay writing? A short piece of writing on one subject or

ESSAY What is essay writing? A short piece of writing on one subject or theme, usually presenting the writers own views. It should be analytical, speculative or interpretative. Essays are written with a clear purpose and solid factual information. Why is essay writing important? Essay writing is a necessary skill for all students. They are a mandatory part of the curriculum in schools and required for university entrance. In the academic world they are used frequently to evaluate a students writing performance and understanding of a subject or topic.

ESSAY Persuasive Essay Persuasive writing, also known as the argument essay, utilizes logic and

ESSAY Persuasive Essay Persuasive writing, also known as the argument essay, utilizes logic and reason to show that one idea is more legitimate than another idea. It attempts to persuade a reader to adopt a certain point of view or to take a particular action. The argument must always use sound reasoning and solid evidence by stating facts, giving logical reasons, using examples, and quoting experts.

ESSAY Planning a persuasive Essay • Choose your position. What side will you be

ESSAY Planning a persuasive Essay • Choose your position. What side will you be on? • Analyze your audience. Do they agree with you? • Research your topic. You must provide specific evidence. • Structure your essay.

ESSAY Effective Argument • Be well informed about your topic. • Test your thesis.

ESSAY Effective Argument • Be well informed about your topic. • Test your thesis. There must be 2 sides. • Disprove the apposing argument. • Support your position with evidence.

ESSAY Support your Argument • Facts • Statistics • Quotes • Examples

ESSAY Support your Argument • Facts • Statistics • Quotes • Examples

ESSAY Popular Topics • • • Anorexia or model body Encouraged abortions School uniforms

ESSAY Popular Topics • • • Anorexia or model body Encouraged abortions School uniforms Drinking age Free public transportation Smoking Human cloning Professional sports Free Internet / Wi-Fi

ESSAY School Uniforms? Good or Bad?

ESSAY School Uniforms? Good or Bad?

ESSAY Cell Phones in School Good or Bad?

ESSAY Cell Phones in School Good or Bad?

ESSAY Coffee? Good or Bad?

ESSAY Coffee? Good or Bad?