You are almost finished writing a persuasive essay with
well-crafted PIE paragraphs. You had the option of creating paragraphs that
focused on one of the following issues connected to poorly funded public
schools: school resources, bad teachers and protecting the wealthy. Your Essay
should be full of your opinions on one of these topics and mainly the book Savage Inequalities should support those
opinions. “The goal of the persuasive essay is to convince the reader
to accept the writer’s point of view or recommendation. The writer must build a
case using facts and logic, as well as examples, expert opinion, and sound
reasoning. The writer should present all sides of the argument, but must be
able to communicate clearly and without equivocation why a certain position is
correct” (timeforwriting.com). For a writer to turn their opinions into an
academic discussion, the writer must use outside sources to backup or prove
their point of view. It is essential in a persuasive essay for the writer to
illustrate their points and comment on those illustrations to create clear
arguments and prove he or she has thought deeply about the assertions posed. If
the writer does not, their argument can be considered careless and is more
likely to be dismissed, which is exactly what he or she does not want to happen
when trying to be persuasive.
***A side note: Be wary of the use of
the word “I.” If used too much, it can make your argument very small. State
your opinions in ways that make them larger than you. The word “I” is best used
sparingly and in illustrations, not in your points.
This time around, I will be focusing on
your paragraph structure and how well it supports your P.O.V.
1)
In each paragraph, I will look for
whether or not you are writing 3-4-5 sentences to convey your point at the top
of your paragraphs.
2)
I will then check to see if you have
included an illustration in your paragraph.
3)
I will then check if you are writing
3-4-5 sentences commenting on how your illustration supports/furthers/digs
deeper into your point.
Remember do not begin or end a paragraph with an
illustration.
Your essay will be a minimum of 12 pages long
(BRNDJTM). You will need to use at least 6 quotes from the book Savage Inequalities.
Your essay must be typed, double-spaced, and in MLA format.
Please also include a work-cited page.
Your essay is due
October 17, 2013. Bring a printed copy to class. Do not email me the paper.
Bring a printed copy to class.
College is hard work and full of deadlines, do not be late, and turn in the
paper on time. Talk to me ahead of time if there is an issue.
