Paragraph post info

A paragraph is an elusive thing: it seems like something really obvious, something we have known how to write since elementary school. But how do you define a paragraph? How can you tell a good paragraph from a lackluster one? And how do you write the kind of paragraphs that make it easier to communicate your ideas to your reader?

Simply put, a paragraph is a group of sentences that develop a single idea. That’s it. The correct length for a paragraph is however many sentences are required to introduce the idea of the paragraph, explain that idea, provide any necessary examples or evidence, explain that evidence, wrap up your idea, and (sometimes) transition into your next idea. However, you have to stick to a single idea!

If you can’t write a clear, well-developed paragraph, you can’t write a good paper, a clear memo, a convincing email, or an enticing cover letter. Those who master the paragraph are ready to take on the world!

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On the days you are responsible for this part of the project, you will write a single paragraph of between 100-200 words. This will require you to limit yourself to a single idea that refers specifically to the theory we are working with and to develop it in a concise manner.

We will post our paragraphs here on the blog and read them aloud at the beginning of the day's in-class discussion.  This will help us ensure that we are giving all members of our learning community time and space to express their thoughts.

There are two additional requirements for posting your paragraphs here on the blog: your post must have two labels 1) the name of the theory for the week (they are listed below in my labels on this post), and 2) Paragraph. Your post must also include an image (static or gif) that illustrates the idea of your paragraph. Your photo should be captioned with a title and source. (Please note: the source for an image is NEVER "Google Images." Credit where credit is due, please!)