Components of an IWA Introduction

The video tutorial guides students through creating an effective IWA introduction, focusing on four main components: context, hook, research question, and thesis statement. It emphasizes the importance of a debatable and neutral research question, using COVID-19 as an example. The tutorial also covers crafting a thesis statement that sets the tone for the paper and determining the appropriate scope for research. Additional elements like perspectives and stimulus material are discussed for inclusion in the introduction.

What are the four main components of an IWA introduction?

• Background, Literature Review, Analysis, Conclusion

• Title, Abstract, Methodology, Results

• Introduction, Body, Conclusion, References

• Context, Hook, Research Question, Thesis Statement

Why should a research question be debatable?

• To ensure it has a clear answer

• To allow for multiple perspectives and solutions

• To make it easier to write

• To avoid any controversy

Which of the following is a neutral research question?

• How can the United States improve its COVID-19 response?

• Why is the United States' response to COVID-19 inadequate?

• To what extent should the United States resume normal activities during COVID-19?

• How has COVID-19 negatively impacted the economy?

What is the purpose of providing context in an introduction?

• To summarize the entire paper

• To provide a brief background for the topic

• To list all sources used

• To introduce the thesis statement

What makes a good hook in an introduction?

• A long historical background

• A list of all references

• A surprising or striking piece of evidence

• A detailed explanation of the thesis

What should a thesis statement in an IWA introduction do?

• Summarize the entire paper

• Present the main argument and solutions

• List all the sources used

• Provide a detailed background of the topic

Why is it important to find a balance in the scope of a research question?

• To ensure the paper is neither too short nor too long

• To avoid having too much or too little research

• To make the paper easier to write

• To ensure all sources are cited

What is the role of evidence in supporting a thesis statement?

• To list all the sources used

• To introduce the research question

• To support the argument and solutions presented

• To provide a summary of the paper

What additional elements can be included in an IWA introduction?

• A list of all references

• A complete historical background

• Perspectives, counter-arguments, and stimulus material

• A detailed summary of the entire paper