Before You Do Anything Prewrite Begin brainstorming about your writing topic or assignment by sketching out a graphic organizer or map of what you think you want to write For instance Why are safety rules important during science labs Provide three examples to support your answer ID: 723068
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ACER Paragraph Format
When you respond in writing to an assignment, there are a few important steps you should complete in order to develop well-constructed written responses.Slide2
Before You Do Anything
Prewrite
Begin brainstorming about your writing topic or assignment by sketching out a graphic organizer or map of what you think you want to write.Slide3
For instance….
Why are safety rules important during science labs? Provide three examples to support your answer.
Science rules keep students and equipment safe.Slide4
Let’s Practice….
Writing Prompt about “Why So Early?” article:
How would changing the time school starts benefit students?
Use a web to organize your thoughts.Slide5
A - Answer
The “A” is the first line of your ACER paragraph. When you begin writing your A, you will need to keep the following in mind:
Credit the source (author and title) If they are not known, leave them out.
Flip the question into your answer.
Add, “it is clear that,” “it is evident that,” or “it is obvious that” after the introductory clause.
Answer the question. Slide6
Take a Look…
Prompt: Why are safety rules important during science labs?
Part I Mention the Source and Author:
Ms. Kuntz
Part II Restate the Question:
Safety rules are important during science labs
Part III Provide an Answer:
Students and equipment will be protected.Slide7
For instance….
Why are safety rules important during science labs?
According to Ms. Kuntz, safety rules are important during science labs to prevent injuries to students and damage to equipment.
Add the source, highlight the restated question, and underline the answer.Slide8
Let’s Practice….
At this point, distribute “A” Practice handouts.
Writing Prompt:
How would changing the time school starts benefit students?