Ch 12: Essay Structure & Elements
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Essay Structure & Elements - Chapter Summary
Make sure you have a good grip on the basic rules of an essay introduction in this chapter, including the use of some kind of attention getter. The functions of a thesis statement and whether one is always needed are also discussed. You can further reinforce your understanding of major essay components by examining these chapter topics:
- The purpose of a topic sentence
- Key considerations for writing solid body paragraphs
- Using transition words and phrases
- Majors elements of an effective conclusion
You'll need an average of only five to ten minutes to watch a video lesson in this chapter. Check out the videos on your computer or mobile device, depending on what works best for you. Convenient video tags can be utilized to track down any video part you want to review. Find out how well you understand this chapter's major points by taking each lesson's self-assessment quiz and the summary exam at the end of the chapter.
1. How Word Choice and Language Sets the Tone of Your Essay
In this video, we will discuss how word choice sets the tone for your essay. This includes letting the reader know if you are angry, happy or even attempting to refrain from bias. These tools bring your 'voice' into your writing.
2. Introductions and Conclusions: Best Practices and Advice
Take the opportunity in your introductory and concluding paragraphs to create good impressions. This lesson walks you through a variety of methods for making the most of the first and last paragraphs in your academic essay.
3. How to Organize an Essay
In this video, we will cover the steps involved in organizing an essay. We'll talk about titles, introductory paragraphs, concluding paragraphs, main points, transition statements and editing.
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Other Chapters
Other chapters within the FTCE English 6-12 (013): Practice & Study Guide course
- About the FTCE English 6-12 Test
- Language, Literacy & Communication
- Phonology and Word Identification Strategies
- Conventions of Standard English
- Word Comprehension
- Classroom Strategies
- Writing & Analyzing Argumentative Texts
- Composing Informative Texts
- Writing Engaging Narrative Texts
- Brainstorming & Organization for Writing
- Understanding the Writing Process
- Syntax & Sentence Structure
- Citations & References
- Intro to Essay Writing
- Revising & Improving Written Works
- The Research Process for Written Works
- Strategies & Activities for Teaching Vocabulary
- Reading Comprehension & Fluency
- Reading & Writing Instruction
- Effective English Assessment Methods
- Strategies for Analyzing Texts
- Analyzing Expository Texts
- Analyzing Persuasive & Functional Texts
- Genre & Form
- Analyzing Literary Texts
- American Literature
- British Literature
- World Literature
- Poetry Analysis
- Rhetorical Devices
- The Listening Process
- Listening for Comprehension & Meaning
- Delivering Effective Presentations
- Classroom Teaching Strategies
- FTCE English 6-12 Flashcards