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Higher education writing-essays lectures
Plagiarism Lecture, Game-Based Approach to Introduce/Reinforce Plagiarism Rules
You know you need to show your students the right way to handle sourced material to prevent plagiarism, but the subject matter can be so dry, causing teens to tune out during your lecture. To fix this, use a lecture disguised as a game to help cover the basics of proper MLA source citation and plagiarism rules.This product includes a projectable “game” of PDF slides (shh...it’s really a lecture – don’t tell our students) with concrete, real-world examples of how source citations should be handle
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8th - 11th, Higher Education
Intro to Styles and Conventions: Citing in MLA, APA, or Chicago Style
This Powerpoint will teach you or your students about the basics of why we have styles/conventions and how to cite in those different styles on a references page and as in-text citations. I also include notes and resources (links to web resources) in the notes section.
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
How to teach a thesis statement in 1 day - Argument Writing thesis statement
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This lesson is a Google Slides presentation that aligns with a worksheet provided for students to follow along, take notes, and eventually compose a practice thesis statement. This lesson is generally completed in 1 day.
Standard W9-10.1a
Introduce precise claim(s), distinguish the claim(s) from alternate or opposing claims, and create an organization that establishes clear relationships among claim(s), counterclaims, reasons, and evidence.
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In this lesson, s
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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College English FULL Semester 16 weeks 1301 1302 AP Writing and Research
When I started working as an adjunct professor, I had zero resources, and despite extensive searching online, I couldn't find exactly what I needed. Over the course of several years, I wrote a curriculum that I have now settled into that consists of (4) four-week units. I use this curriculum for both 1301 and 1302 adjusting my expectations, assignment and major essay lengths and adding grammar support as needed (particularly in 1301). Each meticulously planned lesson (intended to last 1 week) w
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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APA 7 References List and In-Text Citation Notes and Worksheets Bundle
This bundle is the perfect resource to both introduce your students to the format of the APA references list and in-text citations, and to provide them with easy-to-follow notes as they create their own authentic references as part of their research assignments.This lesson provides:Thorough lecture notes covering the main concepts found in every APA reference and detailed examples for all common print and media references.Thorough lecture notes covering the big ideas of parenthetical and narrati
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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How to Write Like a College Student BUNDLE
Help your students prepare for college writing! In this series, you’ll learn “insider” techniques and tips from a former professor who taught more than 150 college writing courses. This lesson is ideal for dual credit composition!This set includes How to Write Like a College Student: Formulating an Arguable ThesisHow to Write Like a College Student: Supporting Your ArgumentHow to Write Like a College Student: Writing the ConclusionYou’ll learn How to form an arguable thesis that meets your profe
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7th - 12th, Higher Education
The Time Machine--A Complete Unit
This Unit contains everything an Instructor would need to teach this classic piece of science fiction literature. The Time Machine can be read by middle school students with significant assistance given by the Instructor. High school students may require some assistance with this short novel, but little or no assistance need be given to college students. The Time Machine is one of those unique stories that can be used in a history or literature class, as it reaches across many subject lines with
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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HOW TO WRITE AN EFFECTIVE ESSAY POWER POINT
This 17 page power point covers everything you need to know when writing an effective essay. It is great to show students before any paper.Topics that are included in the power point:- Brainstorming- Parts of an essay- Introduction- Attention grabbers- Examples of attention grabbers- Background information- Thesis statement- The body paragraph- Conclusion- Organization- Transitions- Plagiarism- Consequences of plagiarism- Lots of clip-art and pictures!
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
APA 7 References List: Notes and Worksheets
This is the perfect resource to both introduce your students to the format of the APA references list, and to provide them with easy-to-follow notes as they create their own authentic references as part of their research assignments.This lesson provides:Thorough lecture notes covering the main concepts found in every APA reference and detailed examples for all common print and media references.Five different printable worksheets assessing their understanding of:Common errors in APA referencesThe
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
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Also included in: APA 7 References List and In-Text Citation Notes and Worksheets Bundle
Introduction Paragraphs: PowerPoint Presentation
A must for secondary ELA teachers.> 43 slides, sound and motion effects throughoutWalks students through the following central ideas, then goes into detail about each:> Purposes of an introduction> Parts of an introduction (thesis, supporting topics, hook, restatement of thesis)> Hooks (what are they, examples of)> Among others, it answers the following essential questions: Why should you practice writing introductions? What is the purpose of an introduction? How can
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8th - 12th, Higher Education
Writing Presentation: An intro to hooks, theses, claims, and counterclaims!
This editable 24-slide presentation serves as a writing review for middle and high school students. With definitions and engaging activities for writing hooks, thesis statements, claims, and counterclaims, this resource takes approximately one full class period and is a great resource for introducing or re-introducing writing techniques! This is aligned to Florida B.E.S.T. Standards.
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
Hero Essay, High School, College Freshman, Almost AI Cheat Proof!
Using the 4 preparation sheets provided with this assignment as the official outline, this engaging and highly meaningful research and writing project is virtually artificial intelligence (AI) proof since students critical thinking and initial research skills are put to the test based on the selection of a LIVING hero the faculty member approves, a well-known person published in a wide array of journalistic sources, a role model whose known for their contribution(s) to society. This is not a my
Toulmin Model of Argumentation Outline and Explanation
Teaching argument to advanced placement students and college freshmen is an difficult task even with the best textbook. These handouts make the Toulmin model more accessible. There are two outlines of how the Toulmin argument is formulated and one handout that makes the terms of the model digestible by creating an analogy to going to a party to meet someone - it is a HUGE hit with students and typically they understand the model after discussing these handouts collectively.Related ResourcesHo
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11th - 12th, Higher Education
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Also included in: AP Language and Composition Argument Bundle
Literacy Narratives for College Writing Malcolm X Sherman Alexie AP English
This comprehensive college lesson plan package on 'Literacy Narratives' engages students in a thought-provoking journey of self-discovery. This lesson can be taught over a week, with the major assignment extending beyond if you would like to check outlines and rough drafts along the way.This package includes:Lesson Plans Literacy Narrative LectureLiteracy Narrative Example #1- Malcolm XMalcolm X Reflection QuestionsLiteracy Narrative Example #2- Sherman AlexieSherman Alexie Reflection Questions
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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UNIT PLAN First Amendment and Student Press Rights and Responsibilities
This UNIT PLAN is designed for use in an advanced high school course for students of applied journalism or an introductory course for journalism majors at the university level. This series of lesson plans is designed to be delivered over 3 class periods, 90-minutes each in duration, or, its multi-part activities could be delivered over 6 class periods of 45 minutes each. This 22-page document includes:• Detailed instructor lecture notes and discussion questions, with option to customize.• Annot
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11th - 12th, Higher Education
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Introduction to Rhetorical Elements BUNDLE
Introduce your students to the Rhetorical Situation and Rhetorical Devices with this no-prep, fully digital bundle. The two lessons included in this bundle will introduce your students to the rhetorical situation using the SPACE acronym: SpeakerPurposeAudienceContextExigenceAs a bonus, students have the opportunity to immediatly apply their new knowledge by identifying SPACE elements in a speech delivered by Queen Elizabeth.After introducing students to the rhetorical situation, introduce them t
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10th - 12th, Higher Education
BUNDLE-Housing Association Argumentative, Persuasive Writing Prompt & PPT Lesson
Description of Writing Prompt in this Bundle:This is a 2-page Microsoft Word Document that helps students learn how to craft the 5-paragraph essay. This prompt features position A and position B. Student writers must decide if they believe it's best to follow the housing association's paint rules -OR- if they believe the housing association’s paint rules are unfair. This worksheet is great as a writing prompt, because students must present an argumentative or persuasive written response. Please
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Essential Composition Skills: Thesis Statements and Transitional Phrases
Description:Elevate your students' writing skills with this comprehensive 45-minute slide lecture bundle, expertly designed for high school juniors, seniors, and freshman college students in introductory composition courses. This engaging and informative bundle is a perfect fit for educators seeking to enhance their students' understanding of thesis statements and the effective use of transitional phrases.What’s Included in the Bundle:Interactive PowerPoint Presentation: A dynamic and visually e
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10th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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RACE - What Does Good Evidence Look Like? - Slideshow
It took me about four days, but this slide show, complete with timed animation and a clearly written script teaches students how to write better explanations when using the RACE format. It will also help students improve the content of their body paragraphs when writing informational, analytical, and argument essays. I have included notes on each slide so that you can go through and deliver the instruction the same way that I did when I made a video of the slide show using Screencastify. I wou
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
How to Write Like a College Student: Formulating an Arguable Thesis
Help your students learn to formulate an arguable thesis that's suitable for college writing. In this series, you’ll learn “insider” techniques and tips from a former professor who taught more than 150 college writing courses. Ideal for dual credit composition! Your students will learn how to base an argument on solid facts, how to understand and interpret a professor’s requirements, and how to develop a thesis that will demonstrate the type of critical thinking college professors look for in th
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in: Dual Credit Composition I BUNDLE
Intro to Argumentative Essay Writing Overview Presentation
I used this Argumentative Essay presentation for my college freshman writers who were new to argumentative research essays. This contains keywords for essay writing, some introductory details on counterarguments and researching, brainstorming, and the parts of a good thesis. This has areas for audience participation as they learn about topics/claims/and reasoning as well as argumentative vs informative theses. Fun colors, inclusive materials, and diverse examples. Works for high school or even a
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10th - 12th, Higher Education
What is MLA format?
This powerpoint explains the basics of MLA format. Great for middle school writing or English teachers! Goes over the basic requirements and lists examples and gives sources for students to generate their own citations. Could be a full lesson!
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4th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
College English Notes
These notes are about how to become a better writer and some exercises that help with this. They can be used as a learning resource or to use as a guide for a lecture. This is intended for students in an English or writing course at the high school or collegiate level. This can also be used by anyone who just wants to try new things with writing.
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10th - 12th, Higher Education
The Essay: Writing an Introduction Paragraph and Making an Outline
A 17 slide Power Point that addresses all of the elements of an introduction paragraph and making a general outline.
Although this Power Point was made for an English class, it can easily be incorporated in any subject area - it is especially recommended for teachers who plan to give an essay in a non-English subject. It would be an excellent reminder to students that, yes, what they learn in English should also be used in History or Business class.
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7th - 12th, Higher Education
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