Example of a Thesis Map
The following thesis map is for my essay "Getting to Know and Instructor."
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Paragraph #1 Introduction
Thesis for paper: Students should get to know one instructor each semester.
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Body Paragraph #2
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Body Paragraph #3
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Body Paragraph #4
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Topic Sentence: It will be easier to contact the instructor in the future.
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Topic Sentence: Instructor can serve as a mentor.
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Topic Sentence: The class will be more enjoyable.
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Which classes should I take?
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Advice on careers and goals.
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Classes that are not on your favorite topic go better if you like an instructor.
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Having trouble at university.
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AA student transferring to university. |
Getting to know an instructor helps you better like him/her.
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If you are not comfortable, you might not contact former instructor for help.
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Relationship is mutually beneficial.
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Research shows that liking an instructor helps you better like a class.
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Paragraph #5
Professors helped me shape my life: Glen Wright, John Reid, W. Fred Graham, Milt Powell, Cathy Davidson, Mary Schneider. Because I got to know them, I benefited.
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