The document outlines an 8th grade language arts class agenda. It discusses the assignments of writing an introduction to a portfolio and thesis paper. It also covers the three types of research papers, the four parts of a research paper, and requirements and steps for writing a research paper like self-discipline, organization, understanding the assignment, asking questions, and creating an outline and draft.

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8th Grade Language Arts
Agenda:
Assignments:
1. Independent Reading
-Write an Intro to your portfolio and thesis
portfolio (W)
2. Thesis Paper
Vocab Writing (TH)
-HR Presentation (TH 2/13)
-Library Card (F 2/14)
-Parent Signature for thesis paper (F 2/14)
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3 Types of Research Papers
1. Analytical
2. Informational
3. Persuasive
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Four Parts to our Paper
1. Title Page
2. Outline
3. Text
4. Works Cited
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Requirements for writing a paper
1. Self-discipline
2. Organization
3. Patience
4. Flexibility
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Understanding the Assignment
1. What kind of research report does the teacher expect?
2. What kind of research does the teacher want me to do?
3. What will my grade be based on?
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Two adages
1. You probably will not know the answers
until you ask the questions.
2. If you don't know where you're going,
you won't know when you get there.
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Steps in Writing
1. Choose a topic
2. Narrow your focus
3. Write a tentative thesis statement
4. Prepare a preliminary source list
5. Take notes
6. Make a rough draft
7. Write a final outline
8. Create the final draft
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