Class Overview
Learn the fundamental structures & tools of writing persuasively.
We will cover a variety of topics including thesis, basic three paragraph essay, and stylistic dress-ups.
Familiar children's literature may be used at times to aid in the learning process.
10 Years old and above
English
Ability to type in English. Age requirement: 10 years old to 22 years old.
Attitude: Desire to learn and willingness to do the work. Materials: laptop or personal computer.
Learn how to brainstorm for ideas and decide what to write. Learn what a thesis is and how to word it.
Now that you have a thesis, how do you come up with supporting points? Learn the process of coming up with what to write in the body of your persuasive essay.
Learn the basic outline of a 3 paragraph pursuasive essay.
How can you get your essay to be interesting for your readers? Learn the tools and practice using them.
How should you wrap up your persuasive essay? Learn the basics.
Learn the tools for "dressing up" your persuasive essay.
Learn how to improve your existing persuasive essay.