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Now, using what you wrote in your E1, Draft 1 : This is E1…
Now, using what you wrote in your E1, Draft 1:
This is E1 that I wrote
Paragraph 1: Introduction
What’s your hook/introduction to general information?
Starting college can be a daunting experience, especially when it comes to facing the fears and anxieties that often accompany it. This is the opening sentence or hook that grabs the reader’s attention. In this example, it emphasizes that starting college can be intimidating and discusses the fears and anxieties associated with it.
What’s your thesis draft? Remember to directly answer the question in the prompt.
Cox’s “Student Fear Factor” sheds light on the challenges students face in overcoming their fears and navigating the learning process. The thesis statement directly answers the essay prompt. In this case, it states that Cox’s “Student Fear Factor” sheds light on the challenges students face in overcoming their fears and navigating the learning process.
Paragraph 2: 1st Body Paragraph
Topic Sentence: What’s your first main point/topic of summary about the article/theory of learning?
The topic sentence introduces the first main point or topic of summary about the article or theory of learning. Here, it focuses on the impact of societal expectations on student fears. “Many of my students seemed to believe that if they failed, they would never be able to recover” (Cox, p. 25). This is a specific quote from Cox’s chapter, along with the page number where it can be found.
Discussion of quote: What is the author saying?
The author highlights how students’ fear of failure stems from the societal pressure to succeed and the belief that one failure could have long-lasting consequences. This section explains what the author is saying in the quote. In this example, the author emphasizes how students’ fear of failure is influenced by societal pressure to succeed and the belief that a single failure could have long-lasting consequences.
Paragraph 3: 2nd Body Paragraph
Topic Sentence: What’s your second main point/topic of summary about the article/theory of learning?
The second main point is the role of self-doubt and imposter syndrome in student fears. The topic sentence introduces the second main point or topic of summary about the article or theory of learning. Here, it highlights the role of self-doubt and imposter syndrome in student fears. “Students often felt like impostors, convinced they didn’t belong in college” (Cox, p. 31). The author emphasizes how students’ self-doubt and feeling like impostors can hinder their confidence and contribute to their fears.
Discussion of quote: What is the author saying?
The author emphasizes how students’ self-doubt and feeling like impostors can hinder their confidence and contribute to their fears. This section discusses the quote and explains the author’s point. In this example, the author highlights how students often feel like impostors and struggle with self-doubt, which contributes to their fears.
Paragraph 4: 3rd Body Paragraph
Topic Sentence: What’s your third main point/topic of summary about the article/theory of learning?
The third main point is the influence of academic pressure and high expectations on student fears. The topic sentence introduces the third main point or topic of summary about the article or theory of learning. In this example, it addresses the influence of academic pressure and high expectations on student fears. “Students spoke of the intense pressure to perform academically and meet the high expectations set by their families and society” (Cox, p. 38). Another quote from Cox’s chapter, along with the page number.
Discussion of quote: What is the author saying?
The author points out that the constant pressure to excel academically and live up to external expectations can intensify students’ fears and create a hostile learning environment. This section elaborates on the quote and explains what the author is saying. In this case, the author emphasizes that students face intense pressure to perform academically and meet the high expectations set by their families and society, which intensifies their fears.
Paragraph 5: 4th Body Paragraph (Note: you can add more than 3 paragraphs about the article summary; I’m just asking you to brainstorm for 3 paragraphs for this prewriting assignment)
Topic Sentence: What’s your first main point about how you connect to this article?
The first main point about how I connect to this article is my personal experience with the fear of failure in college. The topic sentence introduces the first main point about how you connect to this article personally. In this example, it focuses on your personal experience with the fear of failure in college.
Example from your life:
During my first semester, I constantly worried about not meeting academic standards and disappointing my family. This is a specific example from your own life that relates to the topic. In this case, it discusses how you constantly worried about not meeting academic standards and disappointing your family during your first semester in college.
Discussion of example: how does it relate back to the article? Add a quote from the article and discuss how it relates to your example.
This fear closely relates to the article’s discussion on the societal pressure to succeed. Cox’s quote resonates with my experience, as it reflects the belief that a single failure could have severe consequences. This section explains how your example relates back to the article. It includes a quote from Cox’s chapter and discusses its relevance to your example. For instance, the quote from Cox resonates with your experience, reflecting the belief that a single failure could have severe consequences.
Paragraph 6: 5th Body Paragraph (Note: you can add more than 2 paragraphs of personal connection; I’m just asking you to brainstorm for 2 paragraphs for this prewriting assignment)
Topic Sentence: What’s your second main point about how you connect to this article?
The second main point about how I connect to this article is dealing with imposter syndrome and doubting my abilities. The topic sentence introduces the second main point about how you personally connect to the article. In this example, it focuses on dealing with imposter syndrome and doubting your abilities.
Example from your life: Discussion of example:
There have been instances where I questioned my intelligence and felt like I didn’t deserve my achievements. This is another specific example from your own life that relates to the topic. Here, it discusses instances where you questioned your intelligence and felt like you didn’t deserve your achievements
How does it relate back to the article? Add a quote from the article and discuss how it relates to your example.
Cox’s quote captures the essence of imposter syndrome, and by relating it to my experience, it shows how self-doubt can contribute to student fears. This section explains how your example connects to the article. It includes a quote from Cox’s chapter and discusses its relevance to your example. For example, Cox’s quote captures the essence of imposter syndrome, which resonates with your experience of self-doubt and contributes to student fears.
Paragraph 7: Conclusion
Restating Main Ideas
Cox’s “Student Fear Factor” underscores the influence of societal expectations, self-doubt, and academic pressure on student fears. The conclusion restates the main ideas discussed throughout the essay. In this example, it highlights that Cox’s “Student Fear Factor” emphasizes the influence of societal expectations, self-doubt, and academic pressure on student fears.
Optional, but strongly encouraged!) End with Food for Though/Call to Action
It is crucial for educational institutions to address these fears by fostering supportive environments that encourage growth, resilience, and self-belief among students.
INSTRUCTIONS
Pre-Writing Assignment, start drafting your essay! E1, Draft 2 just needs to be at least 800 words, but you can write more if you want. Essay needs to be written correctly.
cox_ch2_p20-41.pdf (wordpress.com) <---- THIS IS THE BOOK I AM USING
