Katya's research paper is on the causes and effects of divorce. We started with both of us going on Google Search and finding charts and graphs citing the causes of divorce. We noted how effective these visuals are at grabbing our attention. We discussed where in Katya's paper one or two of these graphs and charts would be most effective. We agreed in the introductory paragraph or toward the beginning of the core of the paper. That way the graph or chart can be used to start the discussion. We agreed that having two, differing charts or graphs might work for the debate/controversy they would provide. Discussed the importance of "authorities" in the field, and what "peer-reviewed" means. Discussed phrases like "digging deeper," "obvious causes" vs. "hidden causes," "root causes," "tipping point." Went over the value of having an on-going Works Cited page, so everytime Katya finds a good quote, she enters that documentation as a new "entry" on her growing Works Cited page.
Discussed staying away from paraphrasing. Discussed the three parts of "The Sandwich" which I am requiring with each block quote. Told Katya to read over my edited version of her class notes from Thursday.