学术英语writing conclusion.ppt

Unit 6 Writing the Conclusion * * Definition A conclusion is an answer created from the hypothesis, and sums up the hypothesis. Conclusions always are put at the end of a writing piece. They state what has been proven and what has been learned. The Conclusion A conclusion should ? stress the importance of the thesis statement, ? give the essay a sense of completeness, ? leave a final impression on the reader. The Conclusion Some popular ways of concluding a paper: 1. Restating the thesis statement Provides a retrospective view that summarizes the major points in the paper and explains their significance The most common type of conclusion The main idea is said again but in different words Reinforces the main points the writer tries to make in the paper. The Conclusion 2. Offering a solution For a paper which focuses on a problem or several problems, it is a good way to end it by offering some possible solutions. 3. Providing evaluations The paper can conclude with an evaluation of significant effects, a description and analysis of the results. Hence drive home the key points of the paper. 4.Looking to the future The paper can conclude with some predictions. The Conclusion Strategies for writing an effective conclusion ?P162 The Conclusion