The Observation outlines writing an essay where you conduct an observation of a subject and interpret and reflect on the experience. After your topic has been approved, you will conduct a thirty-minute (30) observation. Then you will write six paragraphs for this essay. Do NOT use research material or any other material from the internet. Essay Length: 1,000 Words 1. Introduction (about 125 words) Hook: Begin with a broad idea about observation, culture, or human behavior. Background: Briefly explain the setting. Make a statement about the setting. Purpose: Make a statement or two about communal behavior, which is how those beliefs are practiced together. Thesis Statement: Clearly state the main point of your essay: what you observed, what stood out, and the three foci your essay will explore. Do not use “I” or “This essay will be about…”. 2. Descriptive Observation (Scene 1 about 225 words) Focus on a specific person or small group. Describe their appearance, behavior, actions, interactions, and expressions. Use vivid, concrete details (what they did, how they moved, what they wore, how they spoke). Without explaining or interpreting them yet, what patterns begin to emerge? Avoid judgment; just describe what you observed. 3. Descriptive Observation (Scene 2 about 225 words) Shift to another person or scene that contrasts or complements the first. Describe their appearance, behavior, actions, interactions, and expressions. Without explaining or interpreting them yet, what patterns begin to emerge? Avoid judgment; just describe what you observed. 4 .Descriptive Observation (Scene 3 about 225 words) Shift to another person or scene that contrasts or complements the first. Again, describe their appearance, behavior, actions, interactions, and expressions. Without explaining or interpreting them yet, what patterns begin to emerge? Avoid judgment; just describe what you observed. 5. Interpretation and Analysis (about 100 words) Do not repeat what you have already said. Overall, what do these observations suggest ? What patterns or repeated behaviors did you notice? What emotions, reactions, or interactions stood out? What do these details reveal about the people, the culture of the space, or the unspoken rules guiding behavior? How might these observations help you understand how people communicate, behave, or follow social norms in this setting? 6. Reflection (about 100 words) How did the experience of observing others affect you? What did you learn about your own habits, assumptions, or perspective? Did this change how you think about people-watching, empathy, or paying attention in daily life? What might you do differently in future interactions or observations?
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