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Aim: To prepare for the next task (Pre-task); research the internet
Topic: Energy in Japan; debate theme
Question: To have or not to have Nuclear power – global debate topic
Agree = We should use Nuclear power in Japan
Disagree = We shouldn’t use Nuclear power in Japan
19th Research Pre-task: search two website for FOI paragraphs; do not writ your paragraphs yet – search for websites first: take notes about the main points.
26th Writing process; two body paragraphs
Agree paragraph: for example;
Write facts of information that you agree with. If you don’t agree with the information – write it in your next paragraph. And vice versa;
Research Writing: Follow the below format; body paragraph 3
*its important to say things you both agree and disagree in your opinion paragraph
Send your three body paragraphs by Monday 12pm: I will correct and comment and send back to you!
Aim: Select an economical problem
Objective: Write the following format; search two websites and write FOI – paragraphs; then write a summary paragraph; then write an introduction paragraph.
Steps: in this order
Situation: When you arrived at Gandai this morning for breakfast at the cafeteria, there was a notice. Think about it.
“Due to economic reasons, the cafeteria will no longer be serving breakfast or dinner. The cafeteria will be open between 11:00 and 14:30 Monday to Friday to serve lunch only. Thank you for your understanding.”
Aim: To connect paragraphs in a writing assignment using academic standards for building an argument (topic theme)
Method: Using the writing format and the building argument objectives; then using methods to identify ideas and to connect them:
Sentence Examples:
Student example:
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Aim: Follow up Activity: Video
Everyone defines who they are differently, because of their own cultural aspects, for example Religion, different ideals and beliefs about life in general, and also the customs and traditions.
Therefore, we can say that everyone viewing this video will have a different perspective on what they see and don’t see.
When we communicate in writing for example, we have to consider the background of our audience and the viewpoint they have.
Example: What is your definition of fast food?
Activity 1: Try and convince (an argument – is a point of view) me that Japanese fast food is the healthiest food compared to American fast food.
Teacher example: To set up for writing the argument [ paragraph 1] you want to say. It sets the boundaries or limits to say exactly what my view point is.
I define fast food [ giving a definition of your topic ] as food that is prepared quickly and is cheap and also tastes good. Secondly I define healthiest food [ if your topic has a related topic also define it ] as the fast food that is more healthy compared to other fast foods. In addition, I think that there is a difference between fast food and junk food [ important statement to make ] . I will focus [ purpose for writing ] on fast food only and not consider junk food. There are two main points [ what your argument has – 2 main points ] I will discuss to show you that Japanese fast food is way more healthier than American fast food, which are cooking method (1) [ main point 1 = body paragraph 1 ] and good calories (2) [ main point 2 = body paragraph 2 ].
Example about how to write the example body paragraphs; write a list of 3-4 important points. Then write two sentences of each [ facts of information / opinions / reasons (why)/ examples (statistics) ]. Your body paragraphs should only be 100-110 words each.
2. Good Calories: important points
Friday 10/25 – Writing Objectives: It helps to write your argument if you;
Repeat with a new topic for the general topic list. The objectives are the same, however, paragraph 1 is now 2; paragraph 2 becomes 1.
Drafting: to check the format writing and our objectives, including;
im: To write your first short essay – 200 words; [ time limit ]
Format: A format is a template or design to write and complete a objective.
Objective: This short essay has two writing objectives; a) to explain the situation (topic) in Japan – 100 words; paragraph 1; b) to research the internet and find some statistic(s) information about the problem – 100 words (paragraph2).
Paragraph 1: Read information and in your own words explain the topic (problem)
Paragraph 2: Give your opinion based on some statistics (numbered information) you found on the internet; this could be percentages of important data for example.
Deadline: Complete your essay by next Tuesday; remember your web information link (URL)
Day: October 7 18:45 – 19:45; word document; submit via line when you finish – writ your name at the top of the page, and student number
Tasks: plan your time; write each section separately (small paragraphs)