In order to assist JP in crafting a synthesis essay, we today studied and critiqued in the text book a sample student essay. JP first identified the writer's thesis and we discussed whether the evidence supported the writer's thesis. We further noted how the writer tended to summarize the sources rather than use the sources to support an original thesis. Last, we examined ways to improve the conclusion by tying the thesis to a broader or more important idea ,in other words to address the "so what" criticism . By viewing how the writer did in fact blend the sources into her essay JP was able to better understand the process. We then began working on his first synthesis essay which he started on Wednesday. I guided JP through word choice and commentary organization concluding with a suggestion on how to incorporate the two provided sources into his claims as evidence.
Outline and discuss how the IPAT equation can be utilized to determine the impact of human life on the Earth. Discuss each of the inputs of the equation.
Introduce the impact of affluence and the role the gross domestic product has on the environment. Discuss local v global impacts, uban v suburban impacts.
Today he completed a listening and comprehension activity. He watched the video: Mis companeros de habitacion, and answered some questions about the video, he did a good job using the preterite tense.
