As Matthew continues to have questions on how to incorporate sources into a synthesis essay, we today worked on first forming a thesis that does more than merely repeat the thesis of a provided source. We discussed different possibilities , in this case both sides of the issue of the value of nuclear energy. I then provided instruction on how incorporate and cite various source material into possible thesis arguments. We last reviewed Matthew's rewrite of the Rockwell/Sedaris synthesis essay which showed marked and considerable improvement and demonstrated an understanding of the skills tested by the College Board. Matthew will complete his synthesis essay on the value of nuclear energy this evening.