This session will help you construct strong thesis statements while avoiding pitfalls and difficulties that writers commonly experience.

The discussion consists of two parts. The first section explores different approaches in constructing thesis statements. The purpose of this section is to help you understand what is being asked of you in your writing assignment and how this connects to your thesis statement. The second part of the discussion looks at methods to strengthen your thesis statements. This section will focus on developing thesis statements from general observations to critical analyses.