1)Introduction Paragraph
Include a thesis statement that informs the reader about the college, the trade, or the career you have chosen.
Remember that a paragraph is a minimum of 3-5 clear and well-developed sentences.
2)Body of the Essay
This section should be a minimum of 3-5 paragraphs in length.
Include one claim to support your thesis statement for each paragraph.
Include quotes or paraphrases from one of your sources followed by an in-text citation for each paragraph.
Remember to use at least three sources to support your overall essay.
Remember when including quotes from a source, try to keep this to 1 sentence within a body paragraph.
Remember that a paragraph is typically a minimum of 3-5 sentences.
3)Conclusion Paragraph
Restate the topic you provided in your thesis statement.
Write at least 3 sentences that summarize the information you provided in your body paragraphs.
Make sure you do not present new details in this paragraph.
4)Works Cited Page
Use MLA format
List all the sources used to support the information you provide.
5)Writing Mechanics
Remember to write in third-person.
Match the subject and the verb.
Use clear pronouns / antecedent agreement.
Use correct word combinations.
Correct spelling and punctuation.
6)Clear and Concise Writing
Sentences should be clear.
Avoid run-on or fragmented sentences.
