Summary: Join Andrew Pudewa as he walks you through Unit 8, the daunting essay. Andrew will take you through the step-by-step process of crafting an essay so that you can understand the basic structure, discussing the various essay types and their differences. To ensure maximum understanding, he will also guide you through a practicum assignment. Go to Part 1 Referenced Materials: Click here to download the slides that accompanied the original Structure and Style Unit 8 webinar. Teaching Writing: Structure and Style Portable Walls for the Essayist High School Essay Intensive The Four Deadly Errors Podcast Series: Part 1 | Part 2 | Part 3 | Part 4 Article Audio Talk Pen and Paper Podcast Series: Part 1 | Part 2 | Part 3 Article Process versus Product Podcast Article The Elegant Essay by Lesha Myers Writing Research Papers: The Essential Tools by Lesha Myers A Writer's Guide to Powerful Paragraphs by Victor C. Pellegrino IEW's Blog e-Newsletter Magnum Opus Magazine Questions Asked 1:32-Marcy asks "What is the difference between unit 7 and unit 8? Is the difference in the weight of the topic?" 3:18-Cathleen asks "Do we model the type of questions to ask?" 6:52-Deborah asks "Are we not asking questions to define the topics in unit 6?" 10:54-Deborah asks "Will the High School Essay Intensive help me understand how to guide my kids in writing the intro and conclusion?" 12:59-Sherry asks "How do you approach the expository essay? If a true essay must have an opinion, what do we do with an essay that explains something or one that describes something? Should I avoid these types of essays?" 16:55-Deborah asks "It is so hard for me to judge what is good enough for a 12-year-old. I want to edit to death." Remember to send your questions to Podcast@IEW.com, and perhaps yours will be answered the next time we Ask Andrew Anything (AAA). If you have any questions about IEW or our products, do not hesitate to contact our Customer Service Team at 800.856.5815 or Info@IEW.com
