Explicitly connect the example to your main thesis. Ask yourself: "How does this specific event prove my point about how knowledge is produced or shared?" 3. The Analysis
End the section by summarizing what the evidence has "bought" you in terms of supporting your overall argument. Page 52
Discuss the implications. What are the positives and negatives of this example? What does it reveal about the limitations of a particular perspective? 4. The Conclusion Explicitly connect the example to your main thesis
: Real-life examples must be sourced from academic study or personal experience beyond the classroom. Page 52
Integrating examples into your essay requires more than just "dropping them in." You should follow a structured approach: 1. The Orientation