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Writing an Essay
Structure of an Essay
Introductory Paragraph
Supporting Paragraph 1
Supporting Paragraph 2
Supporting Paragraph 3
Concluding Paragraph
For Example
Thesis Statement
Topic Sentence
Topic Sentence
Topic Sentence
Concluding Sentence
Outline?
One important effect of computer technology on higher education is the availability of lecture variety.
Development of computer also makes it possible for us to have access to more information via internet and databases
Because of computer, higher education today has three major conveniences
One more effect of computer technology on higher education is time-saving writing techniques.
Because of computer, higher education today has three major conveniences
1. The availability of lecture variety.• Digital Video Conferencing
2. Access to more information• Internet
• Electronic Databases
3. Time-saving writing techniques• Email assignments
• Improved word processor
Paragraph of Classification
Paragraph of Exemplification
Paragraph of Exemplification
Other Examples
I like riding a bicycle.
Why?
HealthyFunEnvironment friendly
Improved thesis statement:Riding bicycle is one of my favorite activities because it is
healthy, fun and environment friendly
Improved thesis statement:Riding bicycle is one of my favorite activities
because it is healthy, fun and environment friendly
• Healthy– Blood circulation– Fresh air
• Fun– Beautiful view– Meeting people
• Environment-friendly– No air pollution– No sound pollution
Going to the mall is relaxing
• Why?
People watchingWindow shoppingEntertainment place
Improved Thesis statement:Because of these three reasons, I enjoy going to
the mall: people watching, window shopping and entertainment place
Reading is beneficial
Why?
• Smarter• Wiser• More relaxed/less stressful
Improved Thesis Statement:Because of my hobby, reading, I enjoy the benefits
of being smarter, wiser, and being less stressful
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