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Strategy 2
Teach students the genre and structure
Teach students the essential features and required structure of the assessment type.
Show how each part is structured
An essay has a beginning (introduction) that:
- introduces topic/context
- states argument
- outlines main points
It has a middle (body) that:
- has a series of paragraphs that develop the argument
- contains one main idea in the topic sentence
- each topic sentence links directly to the argument
It has an end (conclusion) that:
- restates argument
- sums up
- relates to broader context
Use models to show rather than tell
[topic and context]Self-confidence means possessing a positive yet realistic view of one’s self and abilities. Self-confident people have trust and faith in their abilities. [end topic and context][argument]This essay will argue that self-confidence develops through a complex interaction between a range of factors. [end argument][what will be covered] Firstly, self-confidence will be defined, followed by an analysis of the interaction between the various factors that affect the confidence of an individual. In particular these are personality style, situational factors/life experiences, self-efficacy and self-esteem.[end what will be covered]
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