Unit 4
Now that you’ve reviewed the basics, you’re ready to move on — specifically beyond the simple thesis and five-paragraph essay structure. We’ll learn more about this, as well as more grammar and vocabulary, in this unit.
Learning objectives
By the end of this unit, you should be able to:
- Define 10 terms from the academic word list and use them accurately in writing.
- Explain the difference between a five-paragraph essay and an organic research paper, and begin to use the latter format appropriately when writing new essays in this course.
- Describe and produce a three-story thesis, and use it appropriately when writing new essays in this course.
- Describe and produce direct and indirect speech, and use both forms appropriately when writing new essays in this course.
- Describe the roles of facts, quotes, paraphrases, and citations in academic writing, and use them appropriately when writing new essays in this course.
- Demonstrate editing and revising skills.
- Identify personal strengths and weaknesses in writing an academic research essay in English.
Learning activities
To accomplish the learning objectives above, you will …
- Study vocabulary by looking up words in a dictionary, practicing the words with Quizlet activities, and then taking a quiz about those words.
- Read articles, watch videos, complete practice exercises, and participate in discussions about grammar, composition, and the writing process.
- Prepare the second draft of Essay 01 according to feedback from the instructor and peer(s).
- Reflect on your personal skills in writing in English.
