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WRITING ESSAYS IN HISTORY…. TO TEST ALL SKILLS NECESSARY. How much can I remember about the topic in question? Which material am I going to select to support my argument? Have I consistently explained my thoughts? - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
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WRITING ESSAYS IN HISTORY….
TO TEST ALL SKILLS NECESSARY
Recall, selection and communication of knowledge of history.
How much can I remember about the topic in question?
Which material am I going to select to support my argument?
Have I consistently explained my thoughts?
Has this communication been organised in a fluid manner? : Introduction, Body, and Conclusion.
Explanation and Analysis of causation.
Have I explained myself in a way to demonstrate an excellent understanding of the question?
Have I examined the question in all its different parts?
Does my concluding paragraph support, affirm, or contradict my introduction?
Comprehension and evaluation of source.
Have I really understood what the question is asking?
Have I judge the value of whatever the question is asking? (usefulness, importance, trustworthy/ reliable of the material available).
Essay Layout
Introduction: A simple answer to the set question briefly outlining your argument to follow
Body: Your argument supported with factual details: dates, names, events, outcome…
Conclusion: Closing sentences tying and bringing all your arguments together and even reaffirming your introductory remarks.