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Why Your Writing is Like Instant Noodles

Why Your Conclusions Are Like Instant Noodles

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Why Your Writing is Like Instant Noodles

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Is this a strong conclusion? In conclusion, the question of who should fund university study is one which is hotly debated. Dr Jacobs is correct about some things, but there are also some weak arguments in her article. She should consider the topic more carefully.

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How about now?In conclusion, the advantages and disadvantages of mobile phones are hotly debated. Ingram is correct about some things, but there are also some weak arguments in his article. He should consider the topic more carefully.

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Is this one strong?In conclusion, the costs and benefits of studying abroad are hotly debated. Dr Western is correct about some things, but there are also some weak arguments in his article. He should consider the topic more carefully.

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Can you see the weakness?In conclusion, the topic of the article is hotly debated. The author is correct about some things, but there are also some weak arguments in his article. He should consider the topic more carefully.

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These conclusions are like instant noodles.

They are cheap, easy and “safe”.Anyone can make them, in only 2 minutes.But they have no taste and very little nutrition.

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These conclusions are like instant noodles.

If you wanted to show someone that you’re a good cook, you wouldn’t prepare instant noodles for them, would you?

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Try to give your teacher something to chew on.

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State why the topic is important.There is no doubt that social media has significantly changed the way people communicate.

Summarise the author’s main point. Dr Dexter claims that the short and informal style of facebook and twitter communication is harming the ability of young people to write well.

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Summarise your response.However Dr Dexter underestimates the ability of modern youth to adapt to different communicative situations.

State your own opinion about the topic. Social media has provided valuable opportunities for young people to share, create, learn, and teach what is important to them.

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Make a prediction.If students are taught how to use social media effectively, they will become confident and effective communicators.

Give a warning. Of course, students have to be aware of the dangers of sharing their personal information and spending too much time online.

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Suggest a solution.Schools should use social media as a way to teach communications skills, and prepare their students for the modern age.

Make the topic relevant to your context.Young Vietnamese people have enthusiastically taken to social media, but not without facing some challenges.

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You don’t need to include all of these ideas.

They are just some of the possible ingredients of a great conclusion.

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Go shopping for a variety of fresh ingredients, and leave the

instant noodles on the shelf!

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