Process-Analysis Essay

Objective: To prepare a how to process analysis essay of 600 to 800 words that incorporates illustration or narration.

Topic: How to balance Penn Foster studies with work and /or family demands.

As a Penn Foster College student, you're attempting to earn your specialized associate's degree through distance education or exam periods requires frequent decisions about what and who takes priority. As a parent, for ex, you may have young children demanding your attention now-right now. Perhaps your boss wants you to work another double shift. Maybe your best friend insists that you go to the movies tonight to see a newly released film. How do you choose whether to say no and study or say yes and not study? Although every day can bring something unexpected into a person's life, in this essay you must outline the general decision-making process you apply to balance your studying with other regular demands on your time.

Pattern of Development: Process analysis in combination with illustration or narration

To describe your decision making process, include specific personal experiences using strategies from illustration or narration. All or most of the essay must use proper paragraphing rather than bulleted or numbered lists.

Purpose: To inform readers about how you achieve a balance among studies, work, and /or family

Audience: First-time distance-education students, such as those enrolled in Penn Foster College, who want to learn to use their time wisely to accomplish their goal of earning a college degree