The Simpsons Predicted That … Or Did They? (Synthesis Essay)

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In the words of one of more reluctant learners, this lesson was “FAT!”

Here’s my thinking: given that engagement seems to be lagging as the academic year trudges forward, I gotta get inventive and place my lesson plans in the sweet spot/wheelhouse of student interest.

For context (in case you haven’t followed this story line), at present the Simpsons have allegedly predicted (in Nostradamus-esque fashion) 38 world events long before these occurrences actually came to fruition.

Coincidence? Fraud? Yet another conspiracy theory? The inner-machinations of the Deep State? Urban legend?Corrupt government elite?

That’s what we tussled with in this synthesis paper.

No joke … in 20+ years of being in this profession … this was hands-down the best Socratic Seminar I have ever participated in.

In the writing workshop video, you’ll find me at the proverbial easel and canvas “painting” a slew of introductions (with my declarative/inverted thesis heuristic) and body paragraphs (we use the syllogistic method heuristic … It’s super easy and nicely demystifies the process) … we even address conclusion paragraphs.

We go over everything … how to embed quotes … how to augment voice, rhythm, flow … how to lock down the line of reasoning, etc.

NOTE: My source packet is a free download (in description of YouTube video)

NOTE: The bulk of my students gathered their own sources because my packet was specific to the theses I was arguing (they were also pretty wedded to their own bents) Have fun with this one … Happy teaching … Happy Writing!

The slides featured in the video are what you are purchasing.  If you have any questions, please reach out at teachingwritingcoach@gmail.com

 

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