KU 121 Seminar 4 Scott Brown, M.S. If you have technical issues during seminar, please call tech support. An archive of this seminar will be available within four hours via the link you used to get here. Essay

Seminar Agenda 1.Discussion Reminders 2.Unit 4 Thesis and Outline 3.What is a thesis? 4.How to create an outline 5.Sample Outline 6.Introduction 7.Unit 5 Discussion 8.Review and Questions

Discussion Reminders - Content Please respond to each questions in at least 1–2 well thought out paragraphs of 5–7 sentences each. For each question, you must respond to a minimum of two peers in at least 5-7 sentences each. For additional information on discussion requirements, please see the discussion rubric in the syllabus.

Discussion Reminder - Quality Because professional presentation of writing is critical to your success, please compose all discussion posts and responses to peers in MS Word, even if you are asked to cut/copy and paste rather than attach. At a minimum, you must run grammar and spelling check before submitting all work. You should also proof carefully for typos and other noticeable mistakes. You also must employ a formal, professional writing style. Do not use chat lingo. For example, do not use "i" for "I.” Do capitalize the first letter of each sentence, and do not use abbreviations like IMHO, TY, etc. Note: As part of standard netiquette, we discourage posting of any overly personally identifiable information such as your phone number and home address.

Discussion – Samples and Hints

What is a thesis? A single sentence with an essay, located at the end of the introductory paragraph. The thesis sentence functions as a "signpost" to signal to the reader the main ideas to come later in the essay. Your first step is to identify your thesis by reflecting on the following (3 main components): Limiting your subject Your attitude toward that subject Your plan of development for the body of the essay

Biography Thesis Must include: Your full name in third person Exact name of employer (can be made up) or name and title of business you want to own Three main ideas – personal background, education, professional experience Exact job title – can be made up

Sample Thesis for biography (JOB) Cooper Medical Center (exact name of employer) announces that Jane Smith (name in third person), a 2012 graduate of Kaplan University, will bring her exemplary personal background, distinguished educational record, and varied professional experiences (three main ideas) to her new position as Director of Nursing (exact job title).

Sample Thesis for biography (Owning a business) Using her exemplary personal background, distinguished educational record, and varied professional experiences (three main ideas) Jane Smith (name in third person), a 2012 graduate of Kaplan University, will open Ways and Means (name of business), an upscale consignment shop (type of business), in Dunwoody Village (location).

Unit 4 Discussion In your own words, define a thesis statement and how you create one. What three components are required in a thesis statement? What is the thesis for your essay? How does your thesis identify the main goal of your essay and hint at how you will achieve that goal in your writing?

Unit 4 Project – Outline How to create an outline (Use the template) Use the format below for your outline, fill it in with your own sentences, and underline your thesis sentence. Every section should have at least 1 (one) complete sentence about the content you will include in that paragraph: I.Introductory paragraph (general to specific ideas) – II.Thesis sentence: II. Body paragraph 1 III. Body paragraph 2 IV. Body paragraph 3 V. Concluding paragraph (specific to general ideas) The following sample outline is more extensive than yours would be. You would just need the Roman Numerals (I, II, III, IV, V) but the additional information shows you what type of information the paragraph would include.

Outline I.Introduction II.Main Idea 1: Your Life III.Main Idea 2: Education IV.Main Idea 3: Professional Experiences V.Conclusion

Sample Outline – Introductory Paragraph I. What makes a good nurse? A. Richmond Hill Medical Center believes that a caring nursing staff is vital. B. RHMC strives to hire and train dedicated professionals. C. RHMC prides itself on its award winning staff. Thesis sentence: RHMC proudly announces that Martha Cooper, a 2010 graduate of Kaplan University, will bring her exemplary background, education, and personal experience to her new position as Director of Nursing.

Body of Paper 3 paragraphs: PersonalEducationExperience

Body- Paragraph 1 Personal Information Family Location Hobbies Personal Experience that relates to your thesis statement Other ideas

Body- Paragraph 2 Education High School College Certifications/ Awards Graduation Goals

Body-Paragraph 3 Professional Work Experience Skills Place of Employment Explain how your past experience can benefit you in your new job

Sample Outline – Body Paragraphs II. Martha Cooper’s personal background makes her a fine addition to the staff of RHMC. A. Martha is a native of Virginia. B. Martha has been married for fifteen years to her husband, Tom. C. They have three children, Gwen, Tasha, and Jack. D. The family enjoys hiking and rafting. Martha volunteers with Habitat for Humanity. III. Martha possesses a solid education that will make her an asset to RHMC. A. She earned an Associate’s Degree in Health Sciences. B. She became a registered nurse. C. She returned to school and earned her BSN D. Martha returned to school at Kaplan and earned her MSN. IV. Martha’s professional experience truly sets her apart. A. Martha began her nursing career almost twenty years ago when she served as a CNA. B. She joined the staff of Plymouth Medical Services as a home health care nurse. C. Martha joined RHMC in its Emergency Services Department twelve years ago. D. She has been a shift supervisor and charge nurse for over seven years.

Sample Outline: Concluding Paragraph V. Richmond Hill Medical Center is pleased to appoint Martha Cooper as its new Director of Nursing. A. Martha’s exemplary personal background, strong commitment to education, and varied professional experiences provide her with the skills she needs. B. She will help RHMC meet the challenges of continuing to fulfill its mission in a rapidly changing healthcare environment. C. Come discover Martha’s skills and attributes at a Community Open House on May 15, 2012, at 7:00 p.m. in the RHMC Professional Building. D. Join the community in congratulating Martha on her new position with the RHMC family

Unit 4 Discussion This week, you will post your essay outline so that your instructor can offer suggestions, tips, and comments. Because professional presentation of writing is critical to your success, please compose all projects in MS Word even if you are asked to cut/copy and paste rather than attach. At a minimum, you must run grammar and spelling check before submitting all work. You should also proof carefully for typos and other noticeable mistakes. You also must employ a formal, professional writing style. Do not use chat lingo. For example, do not use "i" for "I.” Do capitalize the first letter of each sentence, and do not use abbreviations like IMHO, TY, etc. All writing assignments must be double-spaced, use Arial or Times New Roman font, and employ a 12-point font size. Submitting your Outline Put your outline in a Word document. Save it in a location on your computer with your name. For example: macgrottyoutline.doc. Then, upload a copy to the Unit 4 DB: Make sure that you save a copy of your submitted outline.

Unit 5 Discussion Introduction This week, you will post a draft of the introduction paragraph for your biography so your instructor can offer suggestions, tips and comments. Only post the introduction. Do not post the rest of the essay at this time. It will not be reviewed. You will build on the brainstorming from Unit 3 and the thesis and outline from Unit 4. You will make the writing you use more formal than the informal approach you used in pre- writing.

Remember the goal of the final project Imagine that you have completed your program at Kaplan University and have been offered your dream job! The company or organization you will be working for wants to issue a press release announcing that you are joining them and in what capacity. In order to do so, they need a minimum 500 Word biographical essay from you. Your autobiography should include an introduction that identifies who you are, where you live, the company or organization that has hired you, and your new job title. It will end with the thesis statement and follow the outline that you submitted in Unit 4.

Remember to use third person Because your autobiography will appear in the company newsletter and in local newspapers, it should be written in third person (no I, me, my, you, your, we or us), include concrete nouns, descriptive adjectives, active verbs, effective transitions between paragraphs, and should be relatively error free.  Correct example: Nicole grew up in New York City where she pursed her Bachelor of Arts Degree at Queens College.  Incorrect Example: I grew up in New York City. I went to school……………..

Purpose of the introduction Get the reader’s attention Encourage them to keep reading Signal what the essay will be about Provide a plan for development (the thesis)

Introduction Format One paragraph – 5-7 sentences (about 100 words) Start with a lead/attention getter (like a quote, anecdote, teaser) Have 3-5 transition sentences that build to the thesis Your thesis from Unit 4 is the last sentence of your introduction.

Various Ways to Start Introductions Use a direct quotation from an expert (or maybe from the person who hired you?) Ask and answer a question. Avoid rhetorical questions Use an anecdote – short, simple story Use statistics

Sample Introduction - Quote According to veteran medical ethicist and author Jean Watson, "Caring is the essence of nursing." (Lead/attention getter) Richmond Hill Medical Center believes that a caring nursing staff is vital. RHMC strives to hire and train dedicated professionals with proven records of patient care. The Medical Center prides itself on its award winning staff. (transition sentences) RHMC proudly announces that Martha Cooper, a 2010 graduate of Kaplan University, will bring her exemplary background, education, and personal experience to her new position as Director of Nursing. (Thesis)

Sample Introduction - Question What makes a good nurse? Answers to the questions vary but the ideas of caring and dedication are always at the forefront. (Lead/attention getter) Richmond Hill Medical Center believes that a caring nursing staff is vital. RHMC strives to hire and train dedicated professionals with proven records of patient care. The Medical Center prides itself on its award winning staff. (transition sentences) RHMC proudly announces that Martha Cooper, a 2010 graduate of Kaplan University, will bring her exemplary background, education, and personal experience to her new position as Director of Nursing. (Thesis)

Sample Introduction - Anecdote When Martha Cooper was fifteen, she was injured in a serious automobile accident. A passing nurse helped save her life and inspired Martha’s lifelong desire to be a caring healthcare profession. (Lead/attention getter) Richmond Hill Medical Center believes that a caring nursing staff is vital. RHMC strives to hire and train dedicated professionals with proven records of patient care. The Medical Center prides itself on its award winning staff. (transition sentences) RHMC proudly announces that Martha Cooper, a 2010 graduate of Kaplan University, will bring her exemplary background, education, and personal experience to her new position as Director of Nursing. (Thesis)

Sample Introduction - Statistics One of the growth industries of the 21st Century is health care. Increased patient needs will drive a growth in the number of positions for caring nurses like Martha Cooper. (Lead/attention getter) Richmond Hill Medical Center believes that a caring nursing staff is vital. RHMC strives to hire and train dedicated professionals with proven records of patient care. The Medical Center prides itself on its award winning staff. (transition sentences) RHMC proudly announces that Martha Cooper, a 2010 graduate of Kaplan University, will bring her exemplary background, education, and personal experience to her new position as Director of Nursing. (Thesis)

Recap 1.Reviewing Feedback on Discussions 2.Unit 4 Thesis and Outline 3.What is a thesis? 4.How to create an outline 5.Sample Outline 6.Introduction 7.Unit 5 Discussion 8.Review and Questions

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Reference Scott L. Brown, MS Teresa Marie Kelly, MAT