How to write an academic introduction
This blog discusses the 'basic' key aspects of scaffolding introduction writing for lower-level EAP students (IELTS 5.0/5.5) (click here). An introduction is the most important section of an essay. It informs the reader of the context and what is your stance on the subject. It is usually written after the main body and should include a number of key parts. This blog discusses the 'basic' common structure and focuses on the importance of the thesis (stance). It includes an introduction and thesis statement writing activity. https://www.academic-englishuk.com/write-academic-introduction
Contingency Instructor at Broward College
6yVery impressive presentation Gina! How is the academic year going for you?
Megan Burts
Lecturer and Assessment Coordinator for English Programs - Wenzhou Kean University, Wenzhou, China.
6yApologies for also finding fault but it would be useful if students knew that that first sentence is not so much about 'not including the main argument' as you say here, but that it introduces the issue/controversy, or to borrow Toulman's term, it's the warrant for argument. It's a fundamental piece of the academic introduction. Most students miss it because it's not taught properly in EAP. Again apologies for finding fault.
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6yHello! Thank you for allowing me to join. Sorry to find fault, but I hope the example at the head of this page is not intended to be a perfect introduction... BTW, in your own introduction to your blog, you write "It includes a introduction ..." A typo, perhaps??