WRIT 1002H: How to Write an Argumentative Essay

🌟 **Course Title:** WRIT 1002H: How to Write an Argumentative Essay 🎉 **Course Headline:** A Foundational Course for New College and University Students --- **Welcome to Your Journey in Mastering the Argumentative Essay!** If you're reading this, you've taken the first step towards becoming a proficient writer in the academic world. Whether you're a student who's just embarked on their college or university journey or someone looking to sharpen their writing skills, this course is tailored for you. 📚 --- ### About This Course: This course builds upon the foundational skills learned in our introductory course, **WRIT 1001**. It's designed with a philosophy that your initial experiences with academic writing can shape your entire approach to learning and critical thinking. We believe that crafting an argumentative essay should not be a tedious task but rather an engaging and rewarding process. Here's what we stand for in this course: 1. **Positive Introduction**: Your first encounter with academic writing sets the tone for your future endeavors. We aim to make this experience enjoyable, opening up a world of opportunities for you. 2. **Productive Process**: Writing an argumentative essay doesn't have to be a daunting task. We'll show you how to approach it in a way that's productive and efficient, saving you time and effort. 3. **Practice Makes Perfect**: Knowing how to plan, write, and revise is crucial. This course will provide you with the practice and guidance needed to automate these processes. --- ### What You'll Learn: In this course, you'll be exposed to a variety of concepts that are essential for writing an argumentative essay, including: - **Argumentation**: Master the components that make up a compelling argument. You'll learn how to: - Craft a research question. - Develop a thesis statement and supporting points. - Use supporting details and analyses. - Provide relevant examples and ensure coherence throughout your essay. - **Formatting and Structure**: Understand the importance of organization and formatting to enhance the readability and effectiveness of your essay. You'll learn about: - Indentation and its role in structuring your essay. - Cohesive writing techniques that make your essay flow smoothly. - Transitions between ideas and paragraphs. - Organizing your paragraphs for maximum impact. - **Accuracy**: Ensure every aspect of your essay is precise and correct, focusing on: - Grammatical accuracy to demonstrate command over the language. - Mechanical accuracy to avoid common writing mistakes. - Lexical accuracy to enrich your writing with the right words. - **Style**: Tailor your writing to suit different audiences and purposes by understanding: - The tone appropriate for academic writing. - How to consider your audience and the purpose of your essay. - The concept of distancing for objective analysis. - The balance between objectivity and subjectivity in your arguments. --- By the end of this course, you will be able to confidently write a compelling 500-word argumentative essay. Our goal is to help you learn these skills swiftly and thoroughly so that you can apply them effectively in your academic pursuits. 🎓 **Join us on this enlightening journey, and let's elevate your writing skills together!**