We’re Writing an Op Ed Article!
Part 1~
1. Brainstorm 3 different things/ideas you would enjoy looking into and writing an
Op Ed piece about:
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Examples:
Success tips for incoming students
Profiles and stories about graduating seniors
Stories about preparing for and attending school activities (stomps, etc)
Profiles and behind-the-scenes looks at big theater or musical productions
Explanatory stories about new construction or other changes at your school
Profiles of new teachers and/or retiring teachers
Fun places to go or things to do in the area.
Are students washing their hands effectively? (Or just doing a courtesy wash)
Offset symptoms of sleep deprivation by moving school start
Profile of a student with diabetes
How to cope with depression
Many, many, many, many more!!
Part 2~
More about opinion articles: Go to this website and read the article on op-ed pieces.
http://www.writersdigest.com/writing-articles/by-writing-goal/improve-my-writing/10-rules-for-writing-opinion-pieces
Write down a 1-sentence summary of each section.
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Part 3~
Research- What type of research is needed/did you do for this article? (interviews, library, first-hand, etc)
1-paragraph explanation
**Will need to attach research/interview questions to final draft.
Part 4~
Write op ed piece! (1 page minimum)
