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Solving a Problem: Crime and Justice

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Learning Outcomes
• Identify real world applications for solving
a problem.
• Understand the steps for writing about a
solution to a problem.
• Respond to and analyze images and readings
about crime and justice.

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Learning Outcomes (contd.)
• Analyze the rhetorical situation for solving a
problem.
• Apply the steps for solving a problem in
writing.

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Real World Applications
(LO 12.1)
School
• Propose a solution to a social issue.
• Propose a solution to an environmental
concern.

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Real World Applications
(contd.)
Daily Life
• Propose a solution for a time management
issue.
• Propose a solution to budgeting issues.

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Real World Applications
(contd.)
Career
• Propose a new program.
• Propose ideas for improving workplace
morale.

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Writing a Proposal to Solve a
Problem (LO 12.2)
• Identify a problem and
demonstrate that it exists.
• Appeal to your audience.
• State your claim.
• Propose a solution to the
problem.
• Organize your solution(s)
effectively.
• Persuade your audience
that your solution is
feasible and worthwhile.
• End with a call to action.

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Media Connection to Crime
and Justice (LO 12.3)
Writing about an image
• Consider what crime has occurred.
• Consider if the crime could have been
prevented.
• Determine what should be done.

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Media Connection to Crime
and Justice (contd.)
Media connection for solving a problem
• Watch, read, or listen to the suggested
media for examples.
• View various media to better understand
methods of problem-solving.
• Cite any outside sources you use.

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The Rhetorical Star (LO 12.4)
Subject
• Identify a problem that you have observed
in your life.
• The issue can be based on firsthand
knowledge or on issues in the media

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The Rhetorical Star (contd.)
Audience
• Identify your readers.
• Determine subject topics that will
interest your readers.
• Consider what the audience may
already know.

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The Rhetorical Star (contd.)
Purpose
• Consider what you want to accomplish.
• Your main goal should be to convince
your readers that a problem exists.
• Offer a reasonable solution.

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The Rhetorical Star (contd.)
Audience (contd.)
• Establish whether the readers experience
the problem or contribute to it.
• Decide if the reader can do
something about the problem.
• Appeal to readers’ interests and needs.

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The Rhetorical Star (contd.)
Strategy
• Determine if other writing strategies are
needed.
• Consider evaluating several possible
solutions if appropriate.
Design
• Select the best format.
• Determine which design details are useful.

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The Writing Process (LO 12.5)
Discovering
• Search for problem-solving ideas in the
chapter.
• Make a list of problems you have
experienced or witnessed.
• Discuss your ideas with a friend or
classmate.

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The Writing Process (contd.)
Planning
• Write out the problem.
• List possible solutions.
• Consider the pros and cons before selecting
which areas to include in the essay.
• Organize your ideas with a graphic
organizer or outline.

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The Writing Process (contd.)
Composing
• Write a first draft.
• Don’t focus on grammar and punctuation,
yet.
• Keep in mind the steps for writing
about a solution to a problem.

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The Writing Process (contd.)
Getting Feedback
• Have a classmate or peer read your
rough draft.
• Utilize the peer review questions, if possible.
• Get a second opinion if possible.

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The Writing Process (contd.)
Revising
• Make sure your solution is reasonable and
clearly explained.
• Add, delete, or rearrange ideas as needed.

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The Writing Process (contd.)
Editing
• Read your essay again.
• Check for grammar, punctuation, and
mechanics.
• Consider that your solution may not be
the only viable option.

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The Writing Process (contd.)
Proofreading
• Read your essay at least one more
time.
• Look for typographical errors.
• Make any necessary final corrections.