2/8/18

Today in class we spent the period working on our research synthesis. We used EBSCO and Gale to better search for accurate sources to use in our writing. We typed or wrote down evidence from articles and online books we found through these sources and started organizing our information in preparation to write the synthesis. What the research synthesis is, is a 750-1000 word descriptive essay giving information for both sides of the argument. The essay must be done in MLA format with evidence and quotes neatly integrated. The conclusion should be somewhat of an intro to your essay, although it is NOT the actual research essay. This assignment will be due next Tuesday.

Writing essays such as this one are important for our future because as we begin to search for colleges, we may be asked to write research essays such as this one. Even as we attend college, essays in this format (MLA/research) will be important in our classes. The skills of writing an essay in MLA format and writing a research essay are vital for our futures as successful young adults.