Choose a topic from the handout (with the noted exceptions). Choose something you feel strongly about or have a fairly strong opinion. If you don’t care about your topic – neither will your reader.- Brainstorm – what do you already know about the topic? What is your opinion?
- Complete Class Pass Worksheet.
- Research using the databases available on the Homer Public Library website: http://www.cityofhomer-ak.gov/library Right column, click on “Databases & Websites”, and finally choose Newspapers & Magazines.
- Read the article, take notes WITHOUT LOOKING AT THE RESOURCE!
- Make a plan.
- Do four square for introductory and conclusion paragraphs. Remember there is such a thing as a well-written and descriptive two sentence introductory or conclusion paragraph.
- Block out essay.
- Draft.
- Peer review.
- Revise, edit, and publish (post to blog).
Argumentative Essay
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