ESCUELA DE ESTUDIOS PROFESIONALES

UNIVERSIDAD DEL TURABO

BRENDA I. GMEZ RAMOS

WORKSHOP 1
NOVEMBER 14, 2014

ENGL 231
RESEARCH & WRITING
PROF. CYNTHIA GARCIA AVILES

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Assignment:
1. Write in 1-3 clear, concise sentences, your definition of main idea, topic, topic sentence,
or at least what you think it should be.
A main idea is important information that tells more about the overall idea of a paragraph
or section of a text.
The part of a sentence that announces the item about which the rest of the sentence
communicates information, often signaled by initial position in the sentence or by a
grammatical marker.
Is a sentence that captures the meaning of the entire paragraph or group of sentences.
It is the most important paragraph.

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2. Study the parts of an essay:

The Introduction
The introduction opens the essay. It is a short paragraph usually about three
sentences. In an argument essay, it usually describes or summarizes both sides of the
present situation and says what you are going to do in your essay.
The Body
The Body is the main part of the essay. In an argument essay, it is divided into
two or three paragraphs, giving your opinion and reasons.
Each paragraph in the body is between five and seven sentences long. Read more about
the Body of the essay here.
Conclusion
The Conclusion is the end of the essay. It is a short paragraph about three
sentences. It often has the same idea as the Introduction, only in different words.
My conclusion is this: it is the condensed view of reading but it is divided into three parts,
introduction, body and conclusion. And so to make the abstract clear and precise.

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Electronic References:

www.dictionary.reference.com

www.writefix.com

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ESCUELA DE ESTUDIOS PROFESIONALES

UNIVERSIDAD DEL TURABO

BRENDA I. GMEZ RAMOS

WORKSHOP 2
NOVEMBER 21, 2014

ENGL 231
RESEARCH & WRITING
PROF. CYNTHIA GARCIA AVILES

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Assignment:
1. Make a copy of an ad from a local newspaper.

Phillip Merling player of Miami Dolphins, assaulted his wife in their second month of
pregnancy.
N.F.L. players can receive lenient treatment not only from local law enforcement
agencies but also from a league that has taken an inconsistent approach to domestic violence.
The treatment of players involved in domestic violence cases has become an
inflammatory issue for the N.F.L

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2. Make a list of common fallacies and generalizations about:

a. Men infidelity - not all men are unfaithful
b. Women - high positions - women cannot get a higher position at work
c. Police officers playboys - not all are playboys
d. Lawyers - help the delinquent - help the innocent
e. Teachers - are nagging - most loves his profession
f. Reagaeton - music for delinquent - Some children listen
g. Secretaries - lover of her boss
h. Black people - black people are thieves
i. Children - children do not tell a lie
j. Rocks - diabolical music

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Answer the following questions. Remember to give an answer with all your respect.
a) Do you agree with the fallacy or generalization? In some cases yes, but I cannot
generalize.
b) Is it true or false? Is not always false.
c) How can you prove it? The fallacy can be a matter of opinion.
d) Have you ever used it (or them)? Yes

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Electronic References:

www.usoderazon.com/conten/arca/listado/genpre.htm

www.newyorktime.com

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ESCUELA DE ESTUDIOS PROFESIONALES

UNIVERSIDAD DEL TURABO

BRENDA I. GMEZ RAMOS

WORKSHOP 4
December 5, 2014

ENGL 231
RESEARCH & WRITING
PROF. CYNTHIA GARCIA AVILES

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The necessary information for writing a research paper. (e.g. Definitions, quotes,
arguments in favor, in contrast, or other information you think is useful to support your point.)
A research paper is basically a type of writing that should have theoretical and significant
data that has gone through research. They may also contain arguments based on a thesis with
vital evidence from various helpful and reliable sources.
Before starting the steps, be sure you have enough note paper, various colors of highlighters
(for your research markings) and index cards. Also take note that reading the checklist regarding
research ethics could also be of big help for you and writing your research paper.

Start off by following these essential steps:

Select a topic that inspires you

Find reliable sources

Organize your notes

Brainstorm a substantial outline

Write a first draft

Read through first draft and re-write

Edit

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Electronic References:

https://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/owlprint/658

www.collegexpress.com/.../tips-writing-effective-res

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