4.+Outline

Okay, so now you've got this huge pile (metaphorically speaking) of info--how do you combine it into a paper that's interesting to read? Good question. First, you'll need to organize the information. Organizing the paper deals with putting the information in logical order--much like providing a good map for your readers. You can't assume that your readers have GPS:) Realistically, there are only 5 general methods of organization (you can remember them by using LATCH). To find out what LATCH is, read [|Organizing Your Writing.ppt].
 * __Assignment 1:__**

Once you've decided upon the general method of organization, you'll have to create a more spedific organization for your paper otherwise known as an outline. Read the [|Organizing Ideas.ppt]; it will give you the information you need to create product #3. As always, though, I want your to practice using the information before you turn in a major piece. Download the. Using the info on the sheet, create a formal outline for it using formal numbering. (If you don't remember that from the lecture, check out [|Formal Level Outline Numbering.pdf].) Do not move or delete any topics. **Turn it in when finished.**

Now is the time to re-visit your thesis. Is your info matching up? Can you prove your thesis? If not, you'll need to re-write it and put it in your new outline. Are you answering your research questions? Can you convert the questions into body points? You are required to hand in an outline before writing your rough draft.
 * __[[file:Outline exercise.doc]]Product #3: The Outline__**

For this outline, 2 things are a must: 1) Use complete sentences--quite often you can use an outline sentence for one of your body paragraph's point sentences, and 2) Use formal outline numbering--like you did in Assignment 1. For your convenience, you may use this [|Outline Template.doc]. Follow the directions in the green box at the end of document.

The [|The Outline--how to.doc] explains the outline you need to create a bit more in depth. For a really good example of an outline, look at [|postoutline[1.rtf]]--it's really detailed, but it gave the writer a really good start on her rough draft.

Finally, the outline will be graded as follows: Ø Introduction Ø Body Ø Conclusion ||   ||
 * ** Outline Rubric ** || ** 0 6 ** || ** 7 8 ** || ** 9 10 ** ||  ||
 * **Outline Format** || Doesn’t follow outline format || Follows outline format, but uses incorrect numbering system || Follows outline format ||  ||
 * **Complete Sentences** || Single words/ phrases OR multiple fragments || One or two slips from complete sentence structure. (fragments or run-on sentences) || ** Uses complete sentences ** . ||  ||
 * **Organization** || Jumps from thought to thought, non- sequential || One or two points may be out of order || Logical progression of thoughts ||  ||
 * **Level of Supporting Detail** || Unsupported statements or details have nothing to do with the point of the paper. || Needs one or two more supporting ideas, or support is weak on some points || Supporting details are appropriate and are good examples. ||  ||
 * **Required Elements** || Missing two or more required elements. || Missing one required element || Ø Working thesis statement
 * Total out of 50 Points Possible** ||  ||
 * Total out of 50 Points Possible** ||  ||