Day 9 (Sep 15) - Body Paragraphs (The PIE Structure)

Today we will...

1. learn what a PIE structure is.

2. how to use a PIE structure in our essay writing

So far, we have learned how to write the introduction of an essay and how to compose an efficient thesis statement. In addition, we have also highlighted the importance of targeting the right audience and being coherent throughout our writing, as well as how to strengthen our arguments. Now it's time for us to take a look at the most efficient way (I mean the BEST way) to write good body paragraphs.

Now let's meet our BEST friend: P-I-E!!!

So what is the P-I-E we are talking about in writing?

Now let's do an analysis on a sample paragraph and see if you can identify the P (point), the I (illustration) and the E (explanation).

Again, let's take a look at the perfectly written research paper by Eric.

Now you all have grasped the gist of PIE, so you know what to do with your diagnostic paper.

Summary

P-I-E for the body paragraphs.
P is the point, I is the illustration (examples, statistics, research results...) and E is the explanation (supporting your point and making a connection between your point and your illustration).

Homework

Go back home and watch this video. Review the basic structures of academic writing.