Essay writing

• Engels
• Middelbare school
• havo
• Leerjaar 3

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Today's lesson is about an Essay

What is an essay?

What is an essay?
What do you think?

1. A recipy
2. A story
3. A piece of writing
4. An interview

An essay is...

a (short) piece of writing on a particular subject that (generally) gives the author's own argument.
An essay contains a Thesis statement - this is a sentence that states the main idea of the essay.

Example essay

Look at the following essay. What do you notice?

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1biCqCp7v8II_tF1Z3IbIH9P4oXV1UgvY05Z70j-hlro/edit?usp=drive_link

ESSAY STRUCTURE

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p1KbANXoWlo&feature=emb_title 

Start with your Thesis statement

• A thesis statement is 1 complete sentence that expresses       your position 
• A thesis statement always takes a stand and justifies furthur discussion 

Examples

Social Media Impact

Thesis: "The influence of social media on my generation is profound, shaping our relationships, self-perception, and even the way we view the world around us."

Examples

The Role of Technology in Education

Thesis: "Incorporating technology into education not only makes learning more interactive and engaging but also prepares us for a future where digital literacy is essential."

Starting on your Essay

1. Start brainstorming on your thesis  
2. Think of arguments (for/against) and write them down  
3. Fill in the stucture sheet
   

Essay Structure

Introduction 

           

Body  

- paragraph 1 

- paragraph 2 

- paragraph 3 

 

Conclusion

Order of Writing

1. Body  

   - paragraph 1 

   - paragraph 2 

   - paragraph 3  

2. Conclusion  

 

3. Introduction  

Why write the introduction last?

1. You cannot write an introduction about something you haven't written yet
2. Write the introduction last will work better. It’s the job of an introduction to set the scene for what will follow.
3. It’s not possible to properly introduce a paper when you don’t really know where the paper’s going to go.
4. By the time you finish writing the body of your paper, you can decide what you feel are the most important points of your argument.

1. Writing a paragraph

1. Start with the topic sentence - this describes what your paragraph is about
   
2. Now write supporting sentences -use an example or an anecdote 
   
3. Analyse your argument  - give a one sentence conclusion  

2. Writing a conclusion

1. Make a summary of your arguments - Don’t repeat yourself but use other words 
   
   
2. End your conclusion with one 
   concluding sentence; what is 
   the outcome 
   

2. Writing a conclusion

1. Make a summary of your arguments - Don’t repeat yourself but use other words 
   
   
2. End your conclusion with one 
   concluding sentence; what is 
   the outcome 
   

2. Writing an introduction

1. Start with a hook; a sentence that catches the readers interest 
   
2. Write down your thesis 
3. Tell your readers what your essay is about
   
     
   

What are strong
arguments for
Healthy Food?

What is an Essay

1. A paragraph in a written piece
2. A piece of writing
3. A sentence that states an idea
4. A recipe for a good cake

What is a Thesis?

1. A sentence that concludes your position
2. A sentence that gives information about the author
3. A sentence that expresses your position
4. A sentence that gives information about an argument

What is a good argument?

1. when it is valid
2. when it is strong
3. when relevant to the conclusion
4. when it is irrelevant to the thesis

Why is Essay writing useful?

1. use the structure for an email
2. use the structure for a presentation
3. use the structure for a book report
4. use the structure for the rest of my life

What did you learn this lesson?

What now?

You are going to write an essay of about 300 words. You can choose one of the following thesis statements:

Thesis: "As young advocates for the environment, it's our responsibility to address and combat climate change, ensuring a sustainable and healthy planet for our generation and those to come."

Balancing Screen Time

Thesis: "Finding a balance between screen time and other activities is crucial for our well-being; by setting limits and exploring diverse interests, we can lead a more fulfilling life."

 The Impact of Peer Pressure

Thesis: "Navigating peer pressure is a challenge, but learning to stay true to ourselves and make independent choices empowers us to build strong, authentic friendships."