Assignment: Writing an Argument - Project

7th Grade ELA - Mrs. Mathieu's Class
2014-02-03T17:39:50Z

Due: Feb 28, 2014 by 9:59pm

This assignment will take at least 35-45 minutes of video watching and another 1-3 hours to complete so that it is why it will be counted as a project grade and worth 200 points.

Before watching the mini lessons, click and read the article Attractive People Paid Better at Work get More Attention from their bosses report.pdf

Think about the following questions:

How is this article similar ( like) the article that you read earlier in the month titled "The Psychology and Biology of Beauty?"

What is the theme or main idea of the article?

Watch the videos by clicking the word "link" next to the topic.

1.Select a topic for an argumentative essay--Lesson 1 of 7 - Link

2. Write a thesis statement for an argumentative essay - Link

3. Writing a hook sentence and introducing a thesis statement -Link

4. Organize information for an argumentative essay - Link

5. Write an introductory paragraph for an argumentative essay - Link

6. Draft body paragaphs for argumentative writing - Link

7. Draft a concluding paragraph for an argumentative essay - Link

1.Then click here to download the form with your writing prompt. If you are overwhelmed from the choices, you can write about the following topics:

What is true beauty? (definition)

Does the media shape your opinion of what you think is beautiful?

Is it better to be beautiful or smart?

2.. When you have chosen your idea, download the argumentative writing rubric, and planning sheet.

3.. Answer the questions on the planning sheet in complete sentence because you will use this information to help you write your rough draft essay.

4.. After you finish typing in the information on you planning sheet, save it by click on "save as."

5.. Save it as your name - class period - argument in the "my documents" folder.

6.. Next, write your rough draft.

7. Once you are done with your rough draft, click "save as" your name - class period-rough draft in the my documents folder.

8.. After you saved your file, attach the outline and rough draft into an email to me by clicking on the inbox above and searching for my name, or you may upload it below.

9. Don't write your final draft until your teacher gives you feedback.

10. If you are confused, go back and re-watch the mini lessons, ask your peer, or email me.

These are the requirements for your writing.

ESOL Level 1 = One paragraph

ESOL Level 2 - At least two paragraphs

ESOL Level 3 - 3 paragraphs

ESOL Level 4 - 4 paragraphs

ESOL Level 5 - A full 5 paragraph essay.

After you are done and ready to submit your paper, go to http://www.paperrater.com/ to check your essay before submitting it. I will be using this tool to help grade your papers.

Additional Information to Help you Organize Your Ideas and Do a Purposeful Outline.

The following format might help students write an argumentative essay which requires them to read and think critically about texts by using certain criteria.

A. Introduction (theme, position)
B. Argument:

1. Narration (summary of the stories and criteria)

2. Confirmation (support and evidence)

3. Refutation and concession (anticipations of objections and restatement of your viewpoint)

C. Conclusion (outcome, solution)

This assignment will take at least 35-45 minutes of video watching and another 1-3 hours to complete so that it is why it will be counted as a project grade and worth 200 points.

Before watching the mini lessons, click and read the article Attractive People Paid Better at Work get More Attention from their bosses report.pdf

Think about the following questions:

How is this article similar ( like) the article that you read earlier in the month titled "The Psychology and Biology of Beauty?"

What is the theme or main idea of the article?

Watch the videos by clicking the word "link" next to the topic.

1.Select a topic for an argumentative essay--Lesson 1 of 7 - Link

2. Write a thesis statement for an argumentative essay - Link

3. Writing a hook sentence and introducing a thesis statement -Link

4. Organize information for an argumentative essay - Link

5. Write an introductory paragraph for an argumentative essay - Link

6. Draft body paragaphs for argumentative writing - Link

7. Draft a concluding paragraph for an argumentative essay - Link

1.Then click here to download the form with your writing prompt. If you are overwhelmed from the choices, you can write about the following topics:

What is true beauty? (definition)

Does the media shape your opinion of what you think is beautiful?

Is it better to be beautiful or smart?

2.. When you have chosen your idea, download the argumentative writing rubric, and planning sheet.

3.. Answer the questions on the planning sheet in complete sentence because you will use this information to help you write your rough draft essay.

4.. After you finish typing in the information on you planning sheet, save it by click on "save as."

5.. Save it as your name - class period - argument in the "my documents" folder.

6.. Next, write your rough draft.

7. Once you are done with your rough draft, click "save as" your name - class period-rough draft in the my documents folder.

8.. After you saved your file, attach the outline and rough draft into an email to me by clicking on the inbox above and searching for my name, or you may upload it below.

9. Don't write your final draft until your teacher gives you feedback.

10. If you are confused, go back and re-watch the mini lessons, ask your peer, or email me.

These are the requirements for your writing.

ESOL Level 1 = One paragraph

ESOL Level 2 - At least two paragraphs

ESOL Level 3 - 3 paragraphs

ESOL Level 4 - 4 paragraphs

ESOL Level 5 - A full 5 paragraph essay.

After you are done and ready to submit your paper, go to http://www.paperrater.com/ to check your essay before submitting it. I will be using this tool to help grade your papers.

Additional Information to Help you Organize Your Ideas and Do a Purposeful Outline.

The following format might help students write an argumentative essay which requires them to read and think critically about texts by using certain criteria.

A. Introduction (theme, position)
B. Argument:

1. Narration (summary of the stories and criteria)

2. Confirmation (support and evidence)

3. Refutation and concession (anticipations of objections and restatement of your viewpoint)

C. Conclusion (outcome, solution)