Praxis Core Writing 5723 | Part 02 | Source-Based Essay | Kathleen Jasper
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Pass the Praxis Core Writing Exam with our proven writing techniques and strategies. This video is the second part of a two-part series and focuses specifically on our formula for writing the source-based essay. In this video, Kathleen Jasper shows you how to:
1) Analyze the assignment laid out in the source-based writing prompt.
2) Summarize the positions of source 1 and source 2.
3) Quickly identify contrasting points for each source.
4) Map and organize your essay.
5) Write a cohesive essay that clearly explains both sources.
6) Cite specific examples using evidence from each source.
This video will help you maximize your success on the Praxis Core Writing Exam.
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I take my praxis tomorrow and this essay has been stressing me out. I did not realize how easy and simple it is. The concept of "plagiarism" has been engraved in my brain that "restating" panics me, but this makes me feel at easy.
Don't panic. It is not plagiarizing if you cite it. The source-based essay is about summarizing both points from an objective standpoint. Summarize and cite and you will be fine.
Let us know how things are going!
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My pleasure, glad I could help. Thanks for watching.
oh, I like this method. Much easier and more organized
Glad you like it! Thanks for watching.
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Great video!! Helped me pass my writing praxis. Such an easy way to remember and do well 😁
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using italicized when stating the title of a work is only necessary when the source is a novel or something that is considered lengthy. Quotations are used more with smaller work/articles. Just a heads up for those thinking about italicizing.
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I just took the writing praxis and felt so confident until the source based essay. I had watched your videos and felt prepared. However, the sources didn’t have opposite opinions, they were just related on topic. That through my whole writing process off with what I was going to say. I’m nervous I didn’t pass!
It's completely understandable to feel thrown off when the exam doesn't align with your expectations, especially after putting in the effort to prepare. But remember, the Praxis is designed to challenge you and assess your ability to adapt and think critically. Even if the sources didn't present opposing viewpoints as you anticipated, your ability to analyze and synthesize information is still valuable. Your preparation wasn't in vain; it likely helped you approach the essay with more confidence and structure. Try to stay positive and trust in your skills. You might have performed better than you think!
~Yiana
Team Member at Kathleen Jasper LLC
Great Video! Any advice for the people writing the essays on paper?
Very helpful, ty
Our pleasure, thanks for watching.
Thank you so much for this. I do have a concern. I have a book that recommends breaking up the ideas into positive and negative points and drawing a conclusion based on that. The book recommends weighing the challenges/benefits and basing your essay on that formula.
There is no definitive way to write for these essays. We have a formula and others do too. Your best bet is to find one that works for you and stick to it. You can also combine ideas from both approaches. The main thing is to follow the rubric.
Thanks!
Thank you so much :)
Thanks so much for your videos, taking gen Ed tests in a few days. I noticed in body paragraph #1 you have a “not only” without a “but also”. “Wrong, wrong, wrong.” Says your grandmother. 😉
Thanks for the tips! I have my GACE exam tomorrow. It is similar to the Praxis Core Test. However, in our exam, we have to side with a topic. Can you give me an example of how that thesis would look like? Should I add a third paragraph siding with one of the arguments?
Hi there, I just double checked the GACE specs again and the writing is identical to Praxis Core. You have to write 2 essays: one argumentative and one source-based. The argumentative you choose a definitive side. The source-based, you do what is outlined in the above video. Here is the link to the argumentative essay. That is where you do take a position. Hope that helps. Good luck!
ua-cam.com/video/lDeSZsxHEdo/v-deo.html
Hi! I love these videos and I have been practicing from them and with Khan Academy test prep! I am taking my Praxis writing exam tomorrow and my question relates to using personal information within the intro of the source-based essay. When practicing, I wrote my thesis statement like "passage 1 emphasizes the benefits of ... while passage 2 draws important concerns for ...", but then I was reading over the examples and they included personal information in the intro. Is this a strong thesis statement or should I include personal information that is outside both articles? It makes perfect sense to use it in an argumentative essay, but not so much in a source-based essay.
Good question A personal reference is effective in the argumentative essay. But it is not necessary for the source-based. We have our students follow the formula in this video and they pass. Try not to complicate it. The thesis you listed above is great because the essay is supposed to set the summary of the two points up. Hope that helps. Follow our formula. It works! Good luck on your exam :)
Thank you Kathleen. The way you explain the writing process for this type of essay is way easy. I will definitely use these tips for my writing exam. I will let you know how I did it.
My pleasure. Thank you for watching. And good luck!
This video is amazing! I have two questions, I know they may not be answered right away but if I don't pass, I could use this info. I have my Writing Praxis Exam tomorrow and I was just going over all the concepts one more time and looking for more tips in the writing component. I have been studying for this exam for a month, 1 hour a day. I tend to get around 20-24 out of 40, I answer all of them, in the selected response and don't have time to go back to proofread my answers before the time goes out. My question here is how do I better manage my time? So far I am skipping the harder ones and then once I come back to them, I take a long time to work through them. The second question regards the writing part of the exam. I just run out of time, a lot. I am worried that I don't have enough paragraphs, usually only three. How do I increase my writing speed? I have been practicing for a month and I have no clue what I am doing wrong.
Hi There, I would really try process of elimination on the multiple choice to help you decrease time spent on questions. With the writing. Try mapping first or jotting down a few bulleted points so you do not spend too much time writing. KEEP IT SIMPLE. The biggest mistake people make is they try to write the next great American novel. That is not the task. Just complete what they are asking you to do and move on. Let us know how things go. You can do it!
Thanks for that great explain. I’m just confused of the arrangement of the essay is it supposed to be in this order ( Intro with thesis statement - paragraph 1- paragraph 2 - conclusion) or this one ( paragraph 1- paragraph 2 --- intro -- conclusion)
We draft the essay out of order because it is easier to write the details first. However, the finished order is:
1. Intro (thesis last sentence of first paragraph
2. Detail Paragraph 1
3. Details Paragraph 2
4. Conclusion
At the end of this video, we show you the final product. Hope that helps. Thank you so much for watching and commenting.
Hello for the source based if they both disagree how would the thesis be worded?
They probably will not agree with each other. We have never seen that.
Wish I had seen the video 2 weeks ago when I took my praxis
Im in New Jersey i missed it by 2 points
When I got to the source cite mess up
We’re glad you’re here now. Thanks for watching 😊
This is a 4-paragraph essay correct? Does it matter if there are 4 paragraphs instead of 5? Thank you for this great video!!!
You do NOT have to write a 5 paragraph essay. The 4 paragraph fits this well--intro, source 1, source 2, conclusion. In fact, you will often hear me say, "Death to the 5 paragraph essay!" Thanks for watching :)
Do we need to cite the sources after the essay? I know we need i text citations but what about citations like at the end, similar to a reference page? i’ve taken this test 3 times and i have not been able to pass.
I cover that in the video. Go to 11:38. You only need last name and date. Or you can say According to _____. All that is covered in the video. Thanks for watching!
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Hello! I’m so upset. I didn’t get to finish my sourced based essay. Sadly, I didn’t follow the format. I completed two paragraphs stating the important concerns presented about the topic. The first paragraph was based on the first source and the second paragraph was based on the second source.
So …. No intro or conclusion!
However, I did follow the format for the argumentative essay.
Now what? What kind of score do you think I will receive if I did well in all other areas?
what did you get?
I have a big question.When you go and take the test can use paper. I know is in the computer but do they allow you to use it. Thank you. I appreciate all the help.
Yes you can. You get scratch paper and pencil for the Praxis.
@@KathleenJasperEdD thank you.
Hi Dear Kathleen, I am preparing for the praxis writing exam. I am confused at one point. Should we use common words in the introduction of source-based essays such as beneficial, detrimental, e,g. like you do or pick one certain example from sources and continue on body paragraphs what we picked as an example in the introduction part. Hopefully, I can explain what I am asking. Thank you in advance...
The approach you take can vary depending on the specific essay prompt and the sources provided.
Here's a general guideline to follow:
- Start with a clear thesis statement that outlines your overall argument.
- If using common words like "beneficial" or "detrimental," ensure that your thesis statement clearly conveys your stance on the topic.
- If introducing specific examples, make sure they support your thesis and relate to the sources provided.
Ultimately, the choice between these approaches depends on the specific requirements of the exam and the sources you are working with. Always make sure to carefully read and analyze the prompt and sources provided, as they will guide your approach to writing the essay.
~Yiana
Team Member at Kathleen Jasper LLC
Thank you for this. Is it plagiarism if I used your essay samples as a template for the exam?
Feel free to use these as a template, they are proven strategies. Thanks for watching.
Do we have to include a works cited page?
No. Just cite the author (last name, date). Or you can say, "According to Jones..." There are no citation rules. You just have to be sure to cite the text one way or the other.
How to cite when it’s more than one author?
(Jasper, 2018; Smith, 2020). Check out this link for more. Purdue Owl is the go to for APA and MLA style guides owl.purdue.edu/owl/research_and_citation/apa_style/apa_formatting_and_style_guide/in_text_citations_author_authors.html
Can i use these vdos for VCLA writing exam??
Yes absolutely. These methods work for all writing exams. Check out my writing playlist for more :)
Does the 30 minutes start after we read the sources?
No the 30 min starts as soon as you begin. That is why I do not recommend reading the entire 2 sources. Get the gist; one will be for something and one will be against something. Then pick out important info to write your essay. If you read everything line by line, you waste time. This is a tough task.
Do I need to cite both entire sources at the end of the essay or just the in paragraph citations?
I would cite them when you use them. Lets say the first source is written by Smith and the second is written by Jones. When you cite the first source, just say, "According to Smith, the problem with society..." And do that for Jones as well. You do not have to cite every sentence. You just need a couple of "according to..." to support your essay. Hope that helps. Have a great day.
I have a question, do we have to click any button to submit the essay. If I finish before time.
Yes you do have to hit submit once you are done with the essay. If you run out of time, it automatically submits.
@@KathleenJasperEdD so does it still count if you ran out of time?
Does the source based essay need to be at least 3-4 paragraphs as well?
Great question. There is no paragraph limit. You just have to complete the task. You can see in my example I use just four paragraphs--intro, summary of first author, summary of second author, conclusion. I like this format because it organizes the essay easily and allows the grader to see exactly what I am doing. The key is to make it easy on the person grading your essay. Hope that helps.
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That is very kind of you. Thanks for watching.
The first time that I took this test, my 2 source topic was on Carbon Tax and the sources didn't have a clear difference of opinion. It was awful.
That's ok. You can just summarize the main points of the two and cite the sources. The approach is the same. The key is to practice your writing so that you have the ability to build a coherent, organized essay, using the sources for information. Keep practicing and good luck.
How would I cite this in the paragraph? There is more than one author. Would I just say (Patall, Cooper, Allen, 2010)?
Adapted from: Patall, Erika A., Harris Cooper, and Ashley Batts Allen. “Extending the School Day or School Year: A Systematic Review of Research (1985-2009).” Review of Educational Research 80:3 (2010), 401-436. Print.
Hi Thanks for watching. You would say (Patall, Cooper, & Allen, 2010). Then when you cite them again, you can use et al. For example (Patall et al., 2010). For more than 2 authors, you cite them all in the first citation. However, for subsequent citations, us et al. Here is a quick article on it. Scroll to the middle. Hope that helps :)
owl.purdue.edu/owl/research_and_citation/apa_style/apa_formatting_and_style_guide/in_text_citations_author_authors.html
@@KathleenJasperEdD Thank you so much!
Do we need to add our references at the end of the essay?
No just in-text like I show you in this video.
@@KathleenJasperEdD oh good! That puts my mind at more ease
Hi, Shouldn't I intent before paragraphs?