Analytic Writing

Evaluate and construct written arguments.

Read, discuss, and critique essays, speeches, and articles.

Plan, write, discuss, and revise analytic essays about topics of personal interest.

Students in Analytic Writing build clear, well-supported arguments. They strengthen their critical reading skills and develop a more structured writing process. With collaborative discussion and focused practice, students learn how to move from thoughtful observations to well-crafted analytical essays.

Students read and evaluate various texts while practicing annotation, brainstorming, and outlining. They craft thesis statements, write organized paragraphs, choose precise evidence, and use transition words to improve clarity and flow. Throughout the course, they analyze persuasive techniques like ethos, pathos, and logos, compare texts, and complete multiple five-paragraph essays that strengthen both logic and style.

By the end of the course, students bring home a binder filled with annotated texts, drafts, and polished analytical writing. They leave ready to approach high-school-level analysis with clearer strategies, stronger arguments, and increased confidence in their ability to interpret and explain complex ideas.