Computer Applications – 4/25/12

I.  Bellwork

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II.  Objective:  Construct a 6+1 Persuasive Essay

III.  Classwork: Summative 14 points

• Construct a 6+1 Persuasive Essay based on the information below

Background

Online schools are becoming a viable option for many students and are becoming chief competitors of traditional classroom schools.  Some people believe online schools are just as good as traditional schools and have many advantages over traditional schools.  However, the supporters of traditional classroom education often believe the opposite.

Discuss with a classmate some of the advantages and disadvantages of each type of education.  Create a thinking map identifying at least two advantages and disadvantages of each form of education.  You will need these ideas to create your essay.

IV.  Writing Prompt:

Do you believe that students who graduate from online (Internet) high schools are receiving an education equal to or better than those who graduate from a traditional classroom high school?

Your essay should have the following paragraphs:

•   Introduction
•   Support for your stance
•   Support for your stance
•   Counter Argument – explain what others believe and why are they wrong.
•   Conclusion

Leave a blank line between paragraphs

You will be graded (14 Summative) based upon the following:

• Thinking Map – 2 points
• Criteria: Organization & Content-12 points

Computer Applications W2012