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Wednesday

9/19/2018

 
I can write an engaging and unique personal essay.
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  • Grab a chromebook.
  • ​Open mrsevansenglishclass.com in a tab
  • Add yourself to our class on Turnitin.com

Essence Objects (Brainstorm, 15 min.)

  • Grab a partner.  You are going to work with this person (almost) all period.  Make sure it is someone who you will be productive with.

This is what I want you to do with your partner:
1.  Read/listen to all of these resources:
  • Ira Glass on Storytelling Part 1
  • How to Improve Your Mediocre Extracurricular Essay in 30 Minutes
  • Four Qualities of an Amazing College Essay

​2.  Together, create a list of 5 specific things that one must do to write a successful and interesting personal essay.  BE SPECIFIC.  Write a sentence or two to explain each one.  Check out this example.

3.  Then, choose one of the following essays.  Read a few before you choose one. Critique this essay against your five points.  Write a letter to the author.  (we won't actually send it).  Offer specific suggestions as to how to improve the essay, and/or offer specific praise.


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