Module 6 Discussions - a Compose Detailed Outline and Thesis Statement

In this activity, you will post in this discussion a draft outline and tentative thesis statement for a process essay that you will write in Module 9. You have prepared for this activity by reading about process paragraphs earlier in this module.

Now it is time to select your topic for the process essay. When thinking of a topic to write about, remember for a good essay you need an introduction paragraph, a minimum of three paragraphs for the body and a conclusion paragraph. And all need to be fully developed. 

Some examples topics...how to change a tire, how to write a resume, how to succeed in college, and how to fly an airplane. If you have trouble deciding on a topic, use one of the subjects listed in your textbook on pages 206 or 209.

Complete the following steps:

1.    Decide on a topic for your process essay. Select one that details how to ____________. Keep in mind that your topic should be one that you can describe in a five-paragraph essay (approximately 500 words).

2.    Use a prewriting technique to brainstorm your topic.

3.    Create a tentative thesis statement for your essay that clearly states the process you will be describing.

4.    Develop an outline for your essay, using the following format:

Thesis Statement:

I. Topic Sentence for the Step One of Process

   A. Specific Evidence

   B. Specific Evidence

   C. Specific Evidence

II. Topic Sentence for the Step Two of Process

   A. Specific Evidence

   B. Specific Evidence

   C. Specific Evidence

III. Topic Sentence for the Step Three of Process

   A. Specific Evidence

   B. Specific Evidence

   C. Specific Evidence

IV. Continue fromat if more steps