📄 Expository Essay Writing Project
Project Number 3 | English Composition
🎯 Project Objective
This project will help students research, organize, and write a structured essay on a real-life topic from their syllabus. It will improve clarity, logical thinking, and formal writing.
📌 Choose One Topic
- The Role of Technology in Education
- Healthy Eating Habits for Students
🧩 Project Phases
Students will explore how to write essays using:
- Hooks to grab attention
- Background and context
- Thesis statements to declare purpose
- Paragraph structure using the TEEC method
- Logical sequencing and transitions
Every strong introduction should include:
- Hook: Start with a fact, question, or statement
Example: Did you know many students skip breakfast every day? - Background: Briefly explain why the topic matters
Example: In today’s world, children often develop poor nutrition habits. - Thesis: Clearly state what the essay will explain
Example: This essay will discuss poor eating habits and how to improve them.
Note: Avoid using "I think" or "In my opinion". Stick to facts and logic.
Each body paragraph should follow the TEEC method:
- T – Topic Sentence: Main idea
Example: Skipping breakfast is a serious concern. - E – Explanation: Why it matters
Example: It reduces energy and focus in class. - E – Evidence: Data or examples
Example: Research shows breakfast boosts performance. - C – Concluding Sentence: Wrap up
Example: Thus, students should eat breakfast daily.
Tips: Use 2–3 body paragraphs. Use transitions like: Firstly, Moreover, As a result.
Conclude your essay by:
- Restating the thesis: In new words
- Summarizing key points: Recap the body
- Final thought: Leave a lasting idea
Example: Small changes can lead to big success in student health.
Reminder: Do not introduce new points here.
- Check for grammar and spelling errors
- Ensure smooth flow between paragraphs
- Maintain a formal tone
- Stay within the word limit (250–350 words)
📚 Essay Format Overview
- Introduction: Hook + Background + Thesis
- Body: 2–3 TEEC paragraphs
- Conclusion: Restate + Summarize + Final thought
🧠 Important Writing Tips
- Use transition words for clarity
- Avoid slang and repetition
- Use synonyms and vary sentence structures
- Proofread carefully before submission
📏 Word Limit
250–350 words
🎓 Learning Outcomes
- Learn to write well-structured essays
- Improve paragraph writing and transitions
- Enhance formal writing skills
- Apply logic, evidence, and organization