Speculation Tips

Introduction

In the introduction, your readers/audience will need to know some general facts about El Nino. Tell them such things as what it is; what causes it; how long it generally lasts; and how it affects our planet. You have already collected this information while looking up background information. This will serve as context for the data you will be presenting. Your introduction should grab your audience’s attention and make them want to hear/read more. Finally, your introduction should clearly identify your purpose. Let your reader know early on what your speculations will then be and be sure you keep your paper/presentation focused on this purpose.

Body

In the body of your paper/presentation, you will be presenting the data you have accumulated to support your speculations. Remember, a chart or graph is not sufficient support. You must explain to your audience what this data means and how it supports your speculations. For instance, if you are presenting data about water temperature, you should explain how water temperature plays a part in an El Nino event. Some of the many sources of support you might use are expert quotations, quoted passages from printed sources, etc.

To organize the body of your paper/presentation, consider using a strategy like most to least important detail or short term and long term effects. This organization system keeps your paper clear and lets your audience follow your logic more easily. Making a speculation is only a small part of this assignment. Proving that your speculation is plausible is the most critical task.

Conclusion

In the conclusion, you should summarize your speculations and attempt to leave your audience with a clear impression of your speculations are important. A powerful conclusion is as important as an attention eye-catching introduction.