Pearson
Adult Learning Centre: Brad Hyde's Advanced Composition
This week, we will review and
practice the development of the “How to . . . “ or “Process” paragraph. Are usually organized
chronologically (by time order). Follow a logical order
(first things first!). Give all the necessary
steps. To write a good process paragraph,
good use of transitional expressions is necessary. Some common transitions
useful for process writing: first, next, then, firstly, secondly,
finally, after that, . . . (Can you name some more? The
teacher will make a list.) Most of us are expert on making or
doing something. It could be making a chocolate cake, changing the oil
on a car, or stopping a baby from crying. Whatever it is you can
make or do, explain the process so that anyone can follow your example. Be clear, use appropriate
transitions, and include lots of specific and relevant detail. Be sure
to include a good quality topic and concluding sentence. Write about
150 words or so. Teacher
Writing Samples for
this topic.
Advanced
Composition
How
to Do It: The Process Paragraph
October 9 and 10, 2002
Process
Paragraphs:
Transitions
for Process Writing:
Writing
Assignment:
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