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Higher education writing-expository independent work packets
Television News Report Scaffold Outline Weather Script Media TV English Speaking
This resource is perfect for junior or middle schoolers (Australian grade 5 - 10) who are producing and creating their own news bulletin, segment or stories. This detailed explainer and scaffold provides a great launchpad for extension of ideas and techniques associated with reporting the news!Television News Report Scaffold includes: - a layout and suggested order of working to create a nightly TV news bulletin- opening sequence for the news bulletin- two feature news reports - linking devices-
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4th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Rhetorical Analysis and Thesis Bundle - AP English Language and Composition
Elevate your students' learning experience with our comprehensive bundle of resources designed to enhance their analytical and writing skills across various disciplines. The "Rhetorical Analysis and Thesis Writing Bundle" combines three powerful resources: a PowerPoint presentation on rhetorical analysis terms, a graphic organizer and video tutorial for crafting explicit and implicit thesis statements, and a PowerPoint for writing thesis statements after reading scientific studies.
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Writing Prompt Pack Expository Essay Advantages & Disadvantages of Online School
In this easy-prep expository writing assignment, students will analyze texts that discuss a trending method for delivering education: online schools. They will then write an essay using the expository text structure of compare/contrast after reading those articles. If your state requires students to synthesize from multiple sources for state testing, then this prompt pack meets that requirement. Suggestions for teaching: You could use this as a cold writing task for students. Another idea is
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
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Also included in:Â Explanatory Writing Complete Unit, Bundle
Distance Learning AP Language Verbs that Identify Author's Purpose
This interactive activity is a HUGE hit in my AP Language class. Students receive the list of 196 rhetorically active verbs and have to sort the verbs into categories that identify the author's purpose. In teams, students complete to sort, organize and categorize strong academic verbs that assist in building their vocabulary as well as their understanding of author's purpose. Typically I give one class period to complete the activity and one to present and defend their categories. Answers wi
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11th - 12th, Higher Education
Also included in:Â AP Language and Composition Rhetoric Bundle
Feature Article Newspaper Structure Scaffold Worksheet Packet Techniques English
This resource is perfect for middle or high schoolers who are producing and creating their own feature article or newspaper report. This detailed explainer and scaffold provides a great launchpad for extension of ideas and techniques associated with the news and reporting events!I use some of these worksheets as posters for my classroom, and create a flip book for student reference.Feature Article Scaffold includes:- a detailed explainer on Feature Articles including: - style of voice
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Writing complaint/request letters: cog-com, functional writing
This is a functional writing activity inspired by the FAVRES task 4 in which the client will be asked to write a formal complaint or request letter after reading the situation detailed in the prompt, just like in functional activities in which one might have to do when contacting customer service or asking for accommodations.Fantastic for speech-language pathologists to use with adult cognitive communication clients, I especially love this activity because it works on many practical goal areas,
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10th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
AP English - They Say / I Say Academic Writing Templates with Practice Prompts
The book "They Say/ I Say: The Moves That Matter in Academic Writing" was written by Gerald Graff and Cathy Birkenstein and published in 2010 by Norton. This book is a guide for academic writing and focuses on the importance of engaging with others' ideas while also presenting one's own. It provides templates and strategies for effectively incorporating sources and making persuasive arguments. Overall, "They Say/ I Say" is a valuable resource for anyone looking to improve their academic writing
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10th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in:Â Rhetorical Analysis and Thesis Bundle - AP English Language and Composition
Writing Prompt Pack, Expository Essay Causes & Effects of Tech Waste
In this easy-prep expository writing assignment, students will read and analyze articles that discuss a growing problem with technology development: tech waste. They will then write an essay using the expository text structure of cause and effect after reading those articles. If your state requires students to synthesize from multiple sources for state testing, then this prompt pack meets that requirement. Suggestions for teaching: You could use this as a cold writing task for students. Anoth
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
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Also included in:Â Writing Curriculum, Narrative, Explanatory, Argumentative, Research BUNDLE
Expository Essay Compare and Contrast Informative Essay
Use this 5 step by step writing process for an expository/informative compare and contrast essay! This is a guided lesson that students can do independently. Here are the 5 steps:1. Choose a prompt from the four choices in the document.2. Research the prompt, organizing ideas and information in a detailed graphic organizer.3. Create in-text citations.4. Fill in the Expository Essay Outline. 5. Write a rough draft. In this activity, there are detailed instructions for each of these steps, guiding
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5th - 12th, Higher Education
Also included in:Â Middle School English Language Arts Activities| HUGE GROWING BUNDLE
Western Europe Country Bundle | 5 Themes of Geography
These geography resources on Seven European countries has students studying each country through the lens of the 5 Themes of Geography! Country studies in the bundle:BelgiumFranceAustriaGermanyLuxembourgNetherlandsSwitzerlandThis study will ask students to ‘think like a geographer‘ in their research and recording. Using this resource, students will...Learn about each countryDemonstrate knowledge of and ability to synthesize information and write about each country through a 5 themes of geograph
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5th - 12th, Higher Education
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AP Language Project: Bias and Rhetoric in Journalism
This is my culminating project to close out rhetoric, one that I assign after spending months on annotation, rhetorical situation and dialectical journals. As an independent project, students begin to recognize the connection between what we have been studying and every day "real" rhetoric that surrounds them. Typically, I have them share their experiences with the project and the feedback is worth the grading! A rubric is included.Related ResourcesHow to Write for AP Lang Sophistication Poin
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11th - 12th, Higher Education
MLA Source Summary Template
This resource provides support for all students, including English Learners (ELs) and students with an Individualized Education Plan (IEP). It breaks down the works cited page in MLA format, helps students identify textual evidence, and assists with summarizing text.
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4th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Writing Prompt Pack Expository Essay Advantages/Disadvantages Year Round School
In this easy-prep expository writing assignment, students will read and analyze an article that could greatly affect their schedules: year-round school. Students will read an article that presents both sides and then write an essay using the expository text structure of compare and contrast (advantages and disadvantages) after reading the article. Suggestions for teaching: You could use this as a cold writing task for students. Another idea is to use the assignment as a summative assessment f
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8th - 11th, Higher Education
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Also included in:Â End of Year English Lessons for Teens, Sun/Summer Themed BUNDLE Lesson Plans
Colorful Pattern Designs - Home & Office Pads - 4 Assorted Designs Note Pads
About this itemEach page measures 8.5 x 11inches and has 50 sheets.Great small gift ideaFun patterns for reminders, honey-do list, shopping list and more.Office notepads and home notepads.
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PreK - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
College Application Essay Sample Analysis
Students investigate and analyze four sample college application essays and apply those exemplars to their own essays.Many students beginning their college search need assistance in making not only the topic and content of their essays stand out, but they also need assistance with the form and style of the essay genre. Use this 2-page analysis chart to help students uncover the college application essay.Links to many example essays are included. This assignment is best used between drafting and
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10th - 12th, Higher Education
Also included in:Â College Research and Application Essay Bundle
AP English Language and Composition: Allusion, Connotation, Denotation, Anaphora
Our PowerPoint presentation offers a thorough overview of the terms and concepts commonly tested on the AP English Language and Composition exam. From ethos, pathos, and logos to rhetorical devices such as anaphora, allusion, connotation, denotation etc. each term is clearly defined and illustrated with examples to aid student comprehension. Additionally, interactive activities and discussion prompts throughout the presentation encourage student engagement and reinforce learning. Whether used as
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10th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in:Â Rhetorical Analysis and Thesis Bundle - AP English Language and Composition
AP Rhetorical Analysis - English Lang and Comp - How to guide for RA
Product Description:Unlock the secrets of persuasive writing with our comprehensive "How to Write a Rhetorical Analysis" guide! Perfect for high school and college students, this step-by-step resource provides everything you need to master the art of rhetorical analysis and elevate your writing skills to the next level.Key Features:Clear and Concise Instructions: Our guide breaks down the rhetorical analysis process into easy-to-follow steps, making it accessible for students of all levels. From
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10th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in:Â Rhetorical Analysis and Thesis Bundle - AP English Language and Composition
SET of Informational Writing Prompts | Hybrid, In-Person, Virtual
I have combined my two Informational Writing Prompt products!TEN total informational articles and prompts.- some articles from New York Times student articles (FREE) and others from NewsELA (FREE)PLUS a bonus long essay prompt.Also included:- a visual INFORM reminder- a rubric- directionsTopics covered in this set of prompts and one bonus long essay:- BLM and Reconstruction- Native American Reservations and Public Schools- the Magna Carta- Sports Team Name Changes- Teen Mental Health in Schools-
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
Essay Writing 101 using Across the Barricades Years 8-10
Here is a fantastic booklet to introduce essay writing to your students. It breaks the entire process down into very achievable steps and gives clear annotated examples to support each of the stages in essay writing. It includes a "Goof Proof" way to write and understand a thesis as well as including a table which breaks down the STEEL/TEEL/PETAL acronym for your students to use in the body of their writing. Everything is colour coded so as students can immediately identify what aspect of their
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7th - 11th, Higher Education, Staff
English Language Art Reading Grammar Writing Spelling Phonic Vocab Review Bundle
These 5 zip files includes worksheets on Reading Comprehension, Grammar, Writing, Spelling, Vocabulary, Sentences, Punctuation, Capitalization, Phonics, and more! Over 500+ pages to help students learn the English languageThe reading comprehension ranges from stories, paragraphs, texts, and passages to give your students a variety to read about. Topics include, but are not limited to, animals, food, sports, cars, family, science, school, and much more!These worksheets have many uses:1. Home scho
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PreK - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
100 Daily Writing Prompts for Students
Enjoy these 100 creative writing prompts by category. I start every writing block with a different one and let my students write for about 20 minutes before sharing.
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5th - 10th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Persuasive Writing Graphic Organizers (Editable and Fillable resource)
Are your students struggling to write a persuasive paragraph? This lesson plan provides an engaging introduction to persuasive writing using graphic organizers. This resource can also be used as a launching point for students to write a full persuasive /argumentative essay.
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in:Â 79 Graphic Organizers: editable, printable & fillable resource
Lord of the Flies - Gather and analyze text, writing toward an essay package
This package is extremely effective with building students' skills in gathering information and in writing using analysis and insights while providing you the opportunity to provide feedback that saves time and work during rough drafts.The package includes:Teacher instructions and list of benefits for using the tools.3 pages of text gathering 3-columnn notes to be used throughout the reading of the novelParagraph prompts for each page of 3-column notes with a specific prompt - these will become
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8th - 12th, Higher Education
Unit 12 - 1798-1806
This bundle includes a full unit of content covering the Alien and Sedition Acts to the causes of the First Barbary War. (The original text of this unit can be found at nomadicprofessor.com in US2: The Noise of Democracy.)Sessions 12.1-12.4 include the following resources:The full text of each Session from the Nomadic Professor's online American History course (nomadicprofessor.com)Exclusive on-location mini-lectures from the Nomadic Professor (the thumbnails for each video in the PDF are hyperl
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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