This document provides guidance on how to write an effective narrative. It discusses where narration is commonly used, the general and specific purposes of narration, and six key elements to include: who, what, when, where, how, and why. It also covers point of view, mixing writing strategies, prewriting, drafting an introduction, organizing the narrative, developing characters and details, concluding, and revising. The overall purpose is to entertain, reflect, inform, or persuade the reader through telling a story in an interesting way.
English Language - Argumentative Writing Goh Bang Rui
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These slides are used to explain the idea of writing an argumentative essay for English Language. Students are introduced to the concept of writing an argumentative essay and then expected to write a speech based on three appeals to the audience - logos, pathos and ethos. From there, they are to write an argumentative essay. These slides also explain the concept of evidence and its various examples.
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Persuasive BEARS Techniques
A summary of our lessons. Original "Emotional Appeals" powerpoint can be downloaded at:
http://infusion.allconet.org/webquest/web_activities.html#Language
For grades eight or nine. Gives a brief overview of the characteristics of narration and has a super Youtube video from Flocabulary [http://www.youtube.com/user/FlocabularyYT} which definitely appeals to young learners.
A brief presentation on narration or reported speech. Describes the change of verbs and tense with examples. Also know what is 1st Person, 2nd Person, and 3rd Person.
by Ankush
English Language - Argumentative Writing Goh Bang Rui
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These slides are used to explain the idea of writing an argumentative essay for English Language. Students are introduced to the concept of writing an argumentative essay and then expected to write a speech based on three appeals to the audience - logos, pathos and ethos. From there, they are to write an argumentative essay. These slides also explain the concept of evidence and its various examples.
If you have any feedback, please comment and like it if you find it useful.
Persuasive BEARS Techniques
A summary of our lessons. Original "Emotional Appeals" powerpoint can be downloaded at:
http://infusion.allconet.org/webquest/web_activities.html#Language
For grades eight or nine. Gives a brief overview of the characteristics of narration and has a super Youtube video from Flocabulary [http://www.youtube.com/user/FlocabularyYT} which definitely appeals to young learners.
A brief presentation on narration or reported speech. Describes the change of verbs and tense with examples. Also know what is 1st Person, 2nd Person, and 3rd Person.
by Ankush
I created this PowerPoint based upon an article by Steven Figg, 'Understanding Narrative Writing: Practical Strategies to Support Teachers'. I have used it with a group of Year 7 students to help them revise Narrative for their Naplan testing.
Just because we know something doesn't mean we can explain it clearly. These concepts and tips will make it easier to get across your points clearly and persuasively
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The centrality of argument
Comments on Everyone’s An Author Chapters 17-18
Opening Remarks
An argument refers to any way that human beings express themselves to try to achieve a particular purpose – which, many would say, means any way that people express themselves at all
The world is immersed in argument
You will be a better reader and writing of your own arguments if you understand how they work
Arguments are both seductive and manipulative due to their persuasive nature
Opening Remarks Cont.
Common purpose of argument:
To explore
To understand
To find consensus
To make decisions
To convince or persuade
Arguments are embedded in particular contexts
What works in one won’t work in another
It’s essential to understand how arguments so you can make some effective arguments on your own
Pay close attention to your purpose, intended audience, and the rest of your rhetorical situation
Chapter 17
Analyzing & Constructing Arguments: Those You Read, Those You Write
Opening Remarks
Almost everything represents some kind of argument; therefore, you must understanding them – both those you come across and those you make
You need to understand the arguments that come from other people
Arguments always exist in a larger context, involving more than just one person or group
Arguments start as a response to another argument – statement, event, image, or anything else
Where’s the argument coming from
Look at the source – where is the argument coming from
By looking at the source, we can determine how it affects the argument and how willing we should be to accept what the argument says
As an author, think hard about where you’re coming from in the arguments you make
Consider your word choice (what you say and how you say it), included images, and text design
Consider your attitude and stance toward the subject
What’s the claim?
The easiest claims to identify are those that are stated in an explicit thesis statement
As an author, remember that a claim is more than a personal opinion
A claim must be arguable (worth arguing) by taking a position that is debatable; that others have a different opinion on
State arguable claims as a thesis statement that announces your topic and main points so your readers can follow your thought process
Qualify your thesis statement
Make your claims directly and get to the point quickly
Support your claim with evidence
What’s at stake?
Rhetoricians from ancient Rome have developed stasis theory as a way to identify the crux of an argument by asking 4 questions:
What are the facts?
How can the issue be defined?
How much does it matter, and why?
What actions should be taken as a result?
As an author, use these questions to identify the main point you want to make in an argument
These questions can also help decide the genre of argument you wish to make
Means of persuasion: emotional, ethical, and logical appeals
Emotional appeals (Pathos)
Stir feels and invoke values that the audience is assumed to hold
As a re ...
Intro. to Persuasive Writing - A guiding Google Slides presentation on the writing genre. Best taught with persuasive texts during reading conferences. Please like and share!
This presentation was made to go along with textbooks I use in my class.
Hacker, Diana, and Nancy I. Sommers. A Writer's Reference with Exercises. 7th ed. Boston: Bedford/St. Martin's, 2011. Print.
McWhorter, Kathleen T. Reflections: Patterns for Reading and Writing. Boston: Bedford/St. Martin's, 2013. Print.
2. Where is narration used?
How is narration used in
hospitals
police stations
insurance companies
college
3. Purpose of Narration
General Purposes
To entertain or establish
camaraderie
To reflect
To inform
To persuade
4. Specific Purpose
Every narrative must have a point
If the purpose is to inform
State the main idea or purpose first
When probing cause or motive
The purpose may be stated a the end
5. Six Elements of Narration
Where and When
Sets the scene and the action
Who Tells who the story revolves around
What Gives the action, conflict,
change of events
How Gives the cause and effect
Why Shows reasoning or motivation
6. Point of View in Narration
The way you tell a story establishes
Creditability
Objectivity/Bias
Attitude
Employ first person or third person
7. Point of View in Narration
First person
Immediacy, front row seat, participant
Focus on feelings and opinions
Third person
Not involved with the story
Puts distance between the reader, topic
Focus on facts and results
8. Point of View in Narration
Mixing Writing Strategies is permissible
Comparison
Description
Narration
9. Writing the Narrative
What did I gain or learn?
How did the experience affect me?
What is the moral or the lesson?
How might the story affect the readers?
10. Prewriting the Narrative
List key events chronologically
Leave space to jot down details
Insert key details
11. Drafting an introduction
Grab the readers’ attention
What is unusual, amusing or ironic?
Should I use first or third person?
Relate the opening to the point
12. Drafting the introduction
The Hook
Open with action
Open with a quote
Open with a comparison
Open with a personal experience
Open with a historical fact
13. Organizing the Narrative
Limits the focus early
Needs a clear progression
Advances the main point
Contributes to unity
Flashbacks are not for the beginners
14. Developing the Narrative
Make the central character believable
Dialogue enlivens and moves the action
Concrete details and action verbs set the
stage and enable readers to visualize
16. Concluding the Narrative
Bring closure or completion
End expectantly (hint or hope)
End with a surprise
End with a reaction
17. A Narrative Report
Written to respond to an event or a real life
situation
Considers the purpose and readers
Employs a thesis statement
Reveals purpose and scope
Uses heading for body and conclusion
Conclusion summarizes
18. Revising a Narrative
Look at the larger items first
Check the logical development
Check the setting
Check transitions in time and space
Check for complicated sentence
Check for cumbersome word
Review the checklist