Language III- Prof. Trad.

Marcela Mangiarelli

For and Against Texts Layout

1. PLANNING PHASE: Read and research about the topic. Consider reliable sources
and websites [1.1]. Brainstorm ideas. Jot down ideas in two separate columns, pros
and cons in a T-chart. If you fall short of ideas, ask friends or family for their opinions.

 Brainstorm the topic and subtopics (if any) by using mind-maps, clustering,
categorizing information under key terms.
 Listing: Write a T- Charts with positive and negative aspects of the topic
chosen, pros and cons, advantages and disadvantages, benefits and
drawbacks.

Social networks have revolutionized the world regarding its importance as a means of rapid
communication. Yet, they have also brought about more complications and problems to society than
ever. Do you agree or disagree with this statement? Discuss your viewpoints fully.

Personal and Social Positive Negative

Perspectives
Family and friends: Send/share pictures/videos Complications:
Facebook/Instagram/Wh of birthday/family reunions -some friends might not like you to
atsApp to a relatives or friends upload pictures/videos
abroad/long distance in the -stalkers lurking in your contact list
same country -Gossip
Get to share study material, Many school work or home
Education:
work collaboratively assignments may get “stolen” and
Facebook/Wikis/Virtual
that may spoil creative ideas of more
Campus
committed students/ Bullying

Work: Enter CV data in order to Other colleagues and companies

Linked in get a position in a company would notice you are a novice or lack
the experience or expertise required
for the post being advertised/ you
may feel professionally exposed.

annoying when intruding/ interfering

WhatsApp
great to hear about work
with family quality time or socializing
schedules/meetings
face to face with friends and
dates/work updates
acquaintances.
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2. PARAGRAPHING PHASE: A FLOW CHART

INTRODUCTORY PARAGRAPH: General Statement of the problem / Current

Situation of the issue/ Thesis Statement + Contrast

PARAGRAPH 1: POINTS FOR (Arguments and justifications)

PARAGRAPH 2: POINTS FOR (Arguments and justifications)

PARAGRAPH 3: POINTS AGAINST (Arguments and justifications)

PARAGRAPH 4: POINTS AGAINST (Arguments and justifications)

CONCLUDING PARAGRAPH: Retake ideas from intro. Weigh up the points

outlined. Make a balanced consideration of the issue. Come to a decision. Add
your OPINION.

3. DRAFTING AND REVISING PHASE: Make drafts of your writing tasks. Save the
previous drafts to check your progress.

4. PROOFREADING AND EDITING PHASE: Proofread and edit before submitting

your academic writing tasks
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[1.1] Primary and Secondary Sources

Published on June 20, 2018 by Raimo Streefkerk. Revised on September 23, 2019.

When you do research, you have to gather information and evidence from a variety of
sources. Primary sources provide raw information and first-hand evidence. Examples
include interview transcripts, statistical data, and works of art. A primary source gives
you direct access to the subject of your research. Secondary sources provide second-
hand information and commentary from other researchers. Examples include journal
articles, reviews, and academic books. A secondary source describes, interprets, or
synthesizes primary sources. Primary sources are more credible as evidence, but good
research uses both primary and secondary sources.
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References

Streefkerk, R. (2020) Primary and Secondary Sources. Web. 13.09.2020.

https://www.scribbr.com/citing-sources/primary-and-secondary-sources/

Wilbers, S. (2007). Keys to Great Writing. Writer´Digest Books, Ohio, US: F&W
Publications.