Historical Analysis

Writing plan

In Learning Block 5-4 this week, you will find the P.I.E. method for constructing paragraphs in the body of your writing assignment. This is a great way to ensure that you are meeting the requirements of point, information, and explanation.

P - point, clearly stat the point you will be making, this point should be clearly and related to your overall argument and thesis.

I - information, provide information or evidence that supports that point this is where you will cite your sources, using quotations, paragraphs or summaries.

E -explanation, clarify why the information supports your thesis. You should not assume your audience will make the connection on their own.

Last week, we shifted to writing about history. You learned about the foundations of writing like a historian. You utilized historical evidence in drawing conclusions about the impact of historic events on American society.

For week 6, you will explore active reading strategies, describe the importance of critically analyzing historical texts, and apply active reading strategies to historical research.