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4. Building an Argument

Aim: Writing format for building an argument – we give information from source 1 (website 1) next source 2, and then we compare the information.

Method: Word document

Procedure A: Research the FOI and then create your statements and explain them, in your paragraph add the FOI (75words). Complete Procedure (B).

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Introduction paragraph: we state the purpose of the essay:

  • we introduce the topic
  • we introduce the website information 1 and 2 (main points)
  • we compare the information which is the same or different

Website information paragraph 1: 75 words – main points

Website information paragraph 2: 75 words – main points

Compare the information paragraph: For example: Topic “Diet and Exercise”

Objective:

3rd body paragraph (75words): This paragraph will provide details about what is the same or different in the information.

same / or different / or maybe there is only a small difference / or this is some major differences

  • Same – Both websites provided information that both diet and exercises are important.
  • Same – Information in both websites showed that to loose weight (main point) you need to change your diet and exercise regularly (main point).
  • Different – Website 1 said that you can diet and loose weight. But website two said that you need to diet and exercise to loose weight.

Conclusion Paragraph – you will write a one sentence statement, giving your opinion. For example: I think that… In my opinion…

*Kentaro: Both website one and website two say that over 20% of the population is 65 years or older. One small difference is website two gives the statistic of 28% in 2019.

3. Fact of Information

23rd Aim 1: To complete a FOI essay based on an additional topic – see the topic list

Method: Research the topic and write a body paragraph, following these techniques

Procedure:

  • find three websites, and research information
  • each paragraph contains FOI from only one website
  • record the research this way (format below):
  • Write your conclusion (finish it)
  • Write your introduction (finish it)
  • Turn your self-correction on and check

Objective: to self check using tonight’s method – turn tracking on in word document and show me your self correction on Tuesday. Focus on order of ideas; keywords are easy to explain, and make connections between your paragraphs

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Special Note: How do you consider the information you will search; do you select information that is different, similar, or the same. Each condition has various strengths and weaknesses. This will be later discussed in Mondays class April 25

26th Aim 2: In class on Monday I will show the class your 3 body paragraphs on the white screen. I will conduct the following

  1. I will correct any format mistakes – word document
  2. I will correct your body paragraphs
  3. I will write the introduction paragraph – to give you a demonstration about how to introduce various sources of content (3 websites)
  4. Summary of the work we did – we focused on essay format, and connecting title to keywords; keywords to body paragraphs; introducing the body paragraphs using the keywords – the objective is to increase comprehension for the reader.
  5. I will tell you how to complete the essay for Wednesday’s class – 27th – finish this essay in class on Wednesday – I will check it for you.

Pre-task: Body paragraph 4 – please follow these ideas;

  1. sentence one: think about the issue and state your opinion
  2. sentence two: explain your opinion using the information in your essay
  3. sentence three: support your opinion with other peoples opinion
  4. sentence four: give a summary of the topic – highlight the most important information in your essay
  5. give your opinion paragraph (body paragraph number 4) a title: 3-7 words

In class: I will give a demonstration on how to write a short summary. The write your short summary, and check your essay.

Two types will be demonstrated: A and B

Summary type A: please write a summary that follows this writing objective:

  1. Write your opinion again – new wording (not exactly the same sentence)
  2. Write the three main points; body paragraph 1, 2, and 3. The three main points in this essay were 1…………, 2…………., and 3………….. .
  3. Write the importance for people to know about this topic – why should people know about this?
  4. Recommendation – write a sentence to recommend to know more and learn about this topic.

Summary Paragraph B: reorder these sentences:

  • Write the three main points; body paragraph 1, 2, and 3. The three main points in this essay were 1…………, 2…………., and 3………….. .
  • Write the importance for people to know about this topic – why should people know about this?
  • Write your opinion again – new wording (not exactly the same sentence)
  • Recommendation – write a sentence to recommend to know more and learn about this topic.

1. Block writing

Block Writing

Aim: A simple form of writing, that we define as writing in blocks of information.

Method: These texts do not have to link and can be based on different sources of information. Keep a record of where you get your information from. Copy and past the URLs below your essay.

Advantages: Block writing is thinking about the topic for the first time. There are some benefits and I will explain them to you now:

  • By writing you can understand how much or how little you know about the topic
  • You can understand if you know the vocab, or if you need to research the words you need.
  • As you write, you can develop your ideas – writing is a good way to develop your ideas
  • This format of writing is a pre-writing activity – you can use this information, or you can change this information (delete)
  • You can think about how long the writing exercise will take you? So, you can organise your work schedule.

Writing Objectives: Based on your initial topic based on the theme ‘Global’ write the following;

  • title
  • introduction – 1 sentence
  • define topic- research the internet (30words)
  • research and explain in more detail the topic (50words)
  • in your explanation; please think about your main points (highlight). You need 2 main points.
  • next, research the main points on the internet, and take notes
  • write two (2) sub-paragraphs for your main points
  • for example: Main Point 1: name / explain more information / write another 35 words; Main Point 2: name / explain more information / write another 35 words;
  • type your sub paragraphs on computer for the next class

There are several ways to explain to give more information:

  1. say your ambitions in the future; study or work
  2. specific study goals at this university
  3. explain the reasons why you are studying this course

Conclusion (30words):

Objective A: After you have written your text of information (blocks), now it is time to summarise your information. The best way is to re-word some information that you have already written. Select the main ideas or points. Do not write anything new.

Introduction (30-45 words):

Expand introduction: From the information you have please re-write the introduction sentence. there are two important points;

  1. Introduce the importance of the topic; explain your two main points
  2. Explain the content of the essay; write a preview of the information in sub-paragraph 1 and sub-paragraph 2

Teacher example:

Introduction – 1 sentence [The major of my study background is mathematics and computer science]

Introduction: The major of my background study is on mathematics and computer science. In the first main point I will explain the maths in relation to the second main point, math in robot making. I will preview how to teach maths to students so they can apply maths to making robots.

Main Point 1: Maths in everyday life

Write here the sub-paragraph 35 words

Copy&Paste the website URL

Main Point 2: Using Maths in robot building

Write here the sub-paragraph 35 words

Copy&Paste the website URL

Final Assignment

Aim: to convert your speaking product (2) in a written format

Objective: Your spoken dialogue is important – its the core or the foundation content of your written assignment. This means, you can reference your speech in your own assignment. See example:

Content: My impression having played and watched the game is that it is truly one of the greatest and passionate games in the world

References: Please Note* the title is given in the reference below of your speech.

Townsend S.D.C (2020) The greatest game of all – Rugby, (1:42 – 01:55)

Format: follow this writing format below:

  • Title: The greatest game of all – Rugby
  • Abstract: the purpose of your assignment, including your own opinion (25 words)
  • Introduction: research some history in addition if you need it to support your introduction content (50 words).
  • 3 main paragraphs – 80 words; using your video information; your own experiences and additional knowledge; including add ons (more details of the content in the video to explain or provide information.
  • Summary including impression (50 words).

By Monday 21st – write your 3 main paragraphs

Product 2

Aim: To submit an audio recording of your speech (not video). You can use LINE voice memo (easy – click on the microphone to start recording, and un-click to stop recording (See screenshot), or an application (voice record app).

Number audio files is determined by; the information before the main content (1); 1 file for each content slide (3), and final slides – audio file number 5 – For Example see below!

Product 1

Objective: This is called an Activity Cycle. You can see the processes that are connected. The first product is to make a speech using PowerPoint, after completing your research.

The following speech slides include: you need 5 audio files; 1and2 (file 1); 3 (file 2); 4 (file 3); 5 (file 4); 6 (file 5)

  1. Title: create your own title or theme
  2. Theme: explain the purpose of your 2 minute speech
  3. Content A: video 1 information
  4. Content B: video 2 information
  5. Content C: combination of video 1 and 2
  6. Final impression

Advanced Outline for Research Information

Aim: To use various methods to obtain information using a media source, in this case video searching YouTube

Objective: To record key words, phrases, main points and quotations:

  1. Key words: are topic words or vocabulary used in a particular topic. Identify words of similar meaning that help describe the content
  2. Phrases: are words that are used to explain the content and are often unique – content based. Phrases often have different meanings in different topics
  3. Main Points: identify the key points and identify examples; reasons; data explained in diagrams (for example) and other facts – such as history (past) or predictions (for the future
  4. Quotations: sentences that you may use and cite as direct quotations in your school work, such as essays and reports, using referencing.

PowerPoint exercise

Aim: To describe a sports event or activity; through research of media sources using YouTube. I will give an example of the World Cup Rugby competitions

Objective: Often in formal situations (Conference) we are invited to make a presentation; once presenting there is often a article journal of the presentations made available – called conference proceedings. Therefore we will create a presentation; and then later convert the presentation into a short article

PowerPoint Method: Search and identify 2 media sources using YouTube. You will need;

  • to search YouTube – an account is recommended but not required. FYI you can easily set up a YouTube account or log in using Gmail or other SMS / email accounts
  • to use a PC or smartphone or device with headphones to listen to videos you search – if you have an account with YouTube it is easy to track your watch history
  • to include the URL of your 2 videos in your Reference section

Hints: To search for a general topic: What is World Cup Rugby; Or to be more specific in your search: World Cup Rugby 2019 explained

Activity Procedure (A): Follow these steps to search for informative videos of information about the event:

  1. Select a sports event anywhere in the world (of course Japan)
  2. Research YouTube to find 2 videos about the sports event. The type of video you are looking for is informative type (not entertainment or viewing types). This means a video which contains information explaining or describing the event. It is recommended that the video is between 2 minutes and 3 minutes in length (in English).
  3. Select 2 videos that help explain and describe the event – different information is helpful (same information okay too). See the two examples below.
  4. Helpful search words include; facts about … , rules about how … , explaining the … , a video describing … , official … video , documentary about … …

General Example Video 1 Title: The 2019 Rugby World Cup explained

More Specific Example Video 2 Title: World Rugby outlines Nations Championship concept

Activity Procedure (B): Follow these steps to record information about the event:

  1. One method is to record information you hear and write the time of the video. This is a good way to track the information, and find the information easily, again, and again.
  2. Take notes on paper (one paper for each video); I recommend to make three columns, column 1 for time and column 2 category of information (group name) and column 3 for key-details. Teacher will give you a handout.
  3. Record FOI; such as dates; and other numerical data (number facts: for example number of players / supporters, or number of teams)
  4. Keep your notes short, and write the key words. See the advanced outline about research and note taking: click
  5. It is also recommended to record all the facts you hear, but later you might not need all the facts in your report

Activity Procedure (C): Follow these steps to store and save information (text only – you do not need pictures) about the videos, using PowerPoint, including the following slides:

  1. Title of Video 1 slide
  2. Short description of the event slide – introduction
  3. FOI slides – as many slides as you need (max 7)
  4. Reference slide – copy and past the video URL
  5. Title of Video 2 slide
  6. Short description of the event slide – introduction
  7. FOI slides – as many slides as you need (max 7)
  8. Reference slide – copy and past the video URL

Nov 30 – Dec 2

Nov 30

Aim: Objective writing: to write on a subject issue using a non-point of view position – as the author; based on a Humanities subject (select a different topic). Select a subject related to;

  1. Global Warming
  2. Food shortage
  3. Economics in Japan or home country
  4. COVID-19
  5. Employment

Method: research and objective paragraph writing. Click on the link – what is objective writing?

Procedure: complete the following

  • Title: write a heading to describe the subject issue
  • Outline: identify a problem related to the topic– 30 words
  • Cause: identify the cause of the issue – 30 words

Make a consequence map

Slide 3 example (only):

Dec 3

Objective: complete the essay for next Mondays class

  • State main issues 1: research – 50 words / add / build 35-50words – video
  • State main issues 2: research – 50 words / add / build 35-50words – video
  • Provide difficulty of resolving the issue/s – 50 words

All writing objectives are reviewed