Description
Effective writers take the time to plan and organize their thoughts before sitting down to write. One of the most effective methods of planning is outlining.
In Module 03, your assignment is to create an outline. You will take the paragraph you wrote in Module 02 and turn it into a five paragraph essay in Module 04. This week you need to develop an outline which lists each step and the details for each step of your process. This outline will be a framework for building your essay.
An outline includes a brief description of what you want to include in each of your paragraphs.
Example Outline for a Process Essay
Topic: Refinishing an older wooden door is not only relaxing, but fulfilling too!II. Stripping the door (step one of the process)A. Apply stripper to door.B. Let stripper sit for 30 minutes.C. Scrape off stripper and paint.III. Sanding the door (step two of the process)A. Sand down excess paint and stripper.B. Sand the door.C. Sand once again with less coarse sand paper.IV. Staining the door (step three of the process)A. Choose a stain color.B. Stain the door and let dry.C. Lightly sand the door.D. Apply another coat of stainE. Lightly sand once again.F. Apply a varnishV. Conclusion
Directions:
In an argument paragraph you must consider all of the reasons why someone might disagree with your position. Your argument will present those arguments along with your response or counter claim that acknowledges or sometimes refutes the counter arguments. Select one of the following points and present your best argument either for or against the issue. Make an effort to select a topic that personally impacts you, or someone you know.
Should high schools be required to provide childcare for teen parents?
Should drug testing be mandatory for welfare recipients?
Should teenagers be allowed to drop out of school at the age of sixteen?
Should public schools be required to only serve “healthy” food in school cafeteria lunches?
Should marijuana be legalized for legitimate medicinal purposes in all 50 states?
