Good writing is about making good choice of a thesis statement. A thesis statement is not only our source of writing but also our limit and measure. Based on the structure and function of a thesis statement, three cri...Good writing is about making good choice of a thesis statement. A thesis statement is not only our source of writing but also our limit and measure. Based on the structure and function of a thesis statement, three critical thesis statement formulating strategies are suggested. The thesis statement formulating strategies are targeted as the critical points in this paper because thesis statement formulating strategies can provide a learner with possibilities of selecting clear and concise thesis statements for writing purposes. These strategies ensure a learner to write effectively in English.展开更多
The thesis statement, as an arguable statement that communicates the author＇s stance on a topic to the reader in one or two sentences, functions as an aid for the author to focus on the subject and the reader to unde...The thesis statement, as an arguable statement that communicates the author＇s stance on a topic to the reader in one or two sentences, functions as an aid for the author to focus on the subject and the reader to understand the main idea. After drafting a preliminary thesis statement, one should shape it from aspects of the structure, content and position. Structurally, an effective thesis statement includes one claim and several rea^ons. In content, consideration should be put in the author＇s stand, the value of debate, and clearness and concreteness of the main argument. The review and revising stage is indispensable after writing a thesis statement.展开更多
Academic writings, whether they are BA dissertations or semester papers, are important carriers of one＇s ideas and findings of their own study and research spheres. In academic papers, the most important part is the ...Academic writings, whether they are BA dissertations or semester papers, are important carriers of one＇s ideas and findings of their own study and research spheres. In academic papers, the most important part is the choice of topics which determines the macro direction of the paper. Important as it is, it is difficult for the English majors to choose the most appropriate topics with idea-invested thesis statements instead of some factual statements. Therefore, in order to make clear of the status quo and underlying obstacles of topic choosing, this paper is to study on 98 samples from China University of Political Science and Law＇s junior English majors. By observing and analyzing their writings, the paper intends to fred out some possible and accessible methods to improve English majors＇ academic writing and offer some insights for teachers to make some adjustments in accordance with the status quo.展开更多
文摘Good writing is about making good choice of a thesis statement. A thesis statement is not only our source of writing but also our limit and measure. Based on the structure and function of a thesis statement, three critical thesis statement formulating strategies are suggested. The thesis statement formulating strategies are targeted as the critical points in this paper because thesis statement formulating strategies can provide a learner with possibilities of selecting clear and concise thesis statements for writing purposes. These strategies ensure a learner to write effectively in English.
文摘The thesis statement, as an arguable statement that communicates the author＇s stance on a topic to the reader in one or two sentences, functions as an aid for the author to focus on the subject and the reader to understand the main idea. After drafting a preliminary thesis statement, one should shape it from aspects of the structure, content and position. Structurally, an effective thesis statement includes one claim and several rea^ons. In content, consideration should be put in the author＇s stand, the value of debate, and clearness and concreteness of the main argument. The review and revising stage is indispensable after writing a thesis statement.
文摘Academic writings, whether they are BA dissertations or semester papers, are important carriers of one＇s ideas and findings of their own study and research spheres. In academic papers, the most important part is the choice of topics which determines the macro direction of the paper. Important as it is, it is difficult for the English majors to choose the most appropriate topics with idea-invested thesis statements instead of some factual statements. Therefore, in order to make clear of the status quo and underlying obstacles of topic choosing, this paper is to study on 98 samples from China University of Political Science and Law＇s junior English majors. By observing and analyzing their writings, the paper intends to fred out some possible and accessible methods to improve English majors＇ academic writing and offer some insights for teachers to make some adjustments in accordance with the status quo.
