What is an interactive model essay?
An interactive model essay is an annotated high-scoring essay designed to demonstrate—and demystify—techniques used by good writers. Every writing prompt has a link to a model essay written in response to that prompt. The models offer clickable headings that highlight thesis statements, conclusions, topic sentences, and other key parts of the essay. Each heading expands into an instructive annotation that discusses the writer’s technique and suggests how students might apply the technique to their own writing. In this way, the model essay not only demonstrates good writing but also shows students how to put effective writing approaches into action. Visit a sample interactive model essay posted on our demo site (Note: Users must have Macromedia Shockwave and Flash Players in order to view the model essay).
