Section

Composition (PTO, TO, MPO)

Strategy

Introductions (GST)

Grades 3-12
The GST (General-Specific-Thesis) structure provides students with a clear formula for writing effective introductions. Based on The St. Martin's Handbook, this scaffold teaches students to move systematically from general background information to specific details before presenting their thesis statement, helping developing writers create coherent, engaging openings. Within the Hochman Method, there is a sequence of scaffolded activities that are recommended to use with students.