...the chance to watch it. The topic of it is something that I am extremely passionate about and was eager to learn more about. So I happily watched the documentary and quickly whipped out a first draft (rough rough draft) without even really having to think about it- the words just poured out. However, when writing my real rough draft, I tried to focus a bit more on the rhetorical appeals. My revision process on Inquiry Two was much more rigorous than my typical revision process. At my meeting with Bridget for my conference on my rough draft of Inquiry 2, she had me read my paper aloud. Reading it out loud made me realize how focused the paper really was on my thoughts and my opinions on the topic of the documentary. There was way too much emphasis on my thoughts on the public school systems of America, and not nearly enough rhetorical analysis of the documentary. I wrote what felt like millions of drafts and printed them all out and scribbled all over them. I also used Bridget as resource and took her ideas and comments into considering my final draft. Overall, I tried to focus the paper much more on a rhetorical analysis of the film instead of my own opinions on the issue (those can come in Inquiry Three!). Waiting for “Superman” Waiting for “Superman” examines one of the most heated debates in today’s political society: the question of what to do about public school systems in America. Most of the public schools in the country are funded based on local property taxes. This...
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...Although having one source to write a paper can be good in some cases, being able to rely on multiple sources to back up the given information, creates a sense of credibility as it is clear a person has done proper research. While writing my APA paper, my annotated bib became a primary source, as I relied on it for most of the information I included. While integrating the facts and statistics from my annotated bib, I used my profile as a secondary source to fill in any gaps and provide personal anecdotes to make the paper more interesting. For example, when writing about the benefits of adoption through the statistics I found in my annotated bib, I was able to incorporate my cousin’s adoption story from my profile to add a real life connection. This course taught me how to increase credibility in any paper, as I had never used more than one source in my writing before. Clear credibility is shown especially when providing a fact that can be proven by multiple sources, then being able to cite both to show how much research took place. By including multiple different citations, the audience is more likely to believe the information, therefore making any form of writing...
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...Many critics believe the competency tests for death row inmates have low standards and are in dying need for improvement. While John H. Blume and C. Lee Harrington’s arguments about the tests arrive at the same end, Harrington’s rhetorical techniques were dead wrong. Considering Harrington interviewed 20 high profile defense lawyers for data to support her claim that the Supreme Court needs to heighten the standard of competency for death row inmates wishing to waive their appeals, it may seem that Harrington’s rhetorical approach is more effective than John H. Blume’s. However, if we take note of the informal formatting of the quotes in Harrington’s scientific formatted article and her rhetorical strategy to only have text, it is evident that Harrington’s argument may not be as persuasive as a first glance may suggest. In comparison, John H. Blume’s argument: the Supreme Court ‘s competency test required for death row inmates to waive their appeals fails to directly assess if they are motivated by getting help in their suicide, is more effective than C. Lee Harrington’s argument....
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...The first time that I began writing the English academic essay is three years ago. In order to apply for universities in America, I should take the SAT test. In the test, the hardest part for me is writing. At that time, I realized that writing is never easy for an international student. It is a big challenge to write an academic paper by using the second language. The argument, thesis, word choices and grammar always bother me. However, I know that writing is the most important skill for a college student, so I never stop practicing and improving it. I took a writing class 20C and 39A in my first year. Both of them helped me a lot to improve writing skills. Last quarter, I took 39B, which was my first time to know rhetorical writing. When I take writing 39C this quarter, I learn deeply about the rhetorical and research...
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...assignment three was to take the information that I learned in my research paper and transform is into three different genres that would target three different audiences. My research paper focused on medical writing and some topics that lay within it. In my paper I gave a background in medical writing history and then talk about it in the present day. I cover prescription writing errors, becoming published and writing in medical school. I chose to take my information on the history of medical writing, prescription errors, and becoming published and transform it into different genres other than a research paper. Along with changing the genre that the information is presented in I must also repurpose it with the intention of targeting...
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...claim about products, or any other services without backup or reliable sources. 2. How do you approach research? . I usually approach research by critical inquiry. I start by defining a challenging research questions. Next, I consider the rhetorical situation of the research such as, the audience, purpose and scope. Moreover, I begin by conducting a library and web based research. I would gather information, and evaluate a variety of reliable sources. Then, I create a research plan, and draft my paper. Overall, my approach to research is basically reading, thinking critically, gathering information, and taking notes and then evaluating them. 3. What are your biggest challenges in doing research? . My biggest challenges in doing research are research paradigms, research designs, methods, and data analysis techniques. Moreover, Finding or collecting information, and using reliable resources. I take plenty of time reading and searching, but sometimes I miss some information that’s maybe important. Another challenge is choosing the right topic and how to integrate visuals. 4. What are some tips that you think will help you and others in conducting research? . I think the most important thing to do is before you start writing your paper; you should...
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...Tropes Student’s Name Institutional Affiliation A trope is defined as any rhetorical or literary device such as metonymy, metaphor, irony synecdoche that brings out another meaning of word other than the literal meaning. It is the use of words in a figurative manner. Trope exists in most work of art and they serve almost the same purpose. It is true that they have an effect on the viewers. This paper presents the effects on trope ion the minds and the whole being of the reader. They affect the viewer in the following ways. Viewers use trope on the basis of resemblance. They relate the tropes to the real event of the nature. Sometimes, resemblance is created through allusion, for allusion, the viewer must have prior knowledge of an event to relate with the current events. For instance, in the film ‘Bad Teacher’ there is actor allusion that brings resemblance; Jason Segel says ‘ am just fucking with you’ this are words used by the same character in the film, ‘There is Something About Mary’. In addition, the statement, ‘they do not do this song anymore’, is an allusion from Timberlake’s songs. This also tells us that he is a singer though part time. Concrete particular is another effect of tropes on a viewer. This means that when the viewer sees a trope in a film there is an image created in their mind and later it becomes concrete in the real world. In Bad Teacher, the character...
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...By using the words she did, it makes it easier to picture and see what she's actually saying. The effect of doing this is, having the readers actually imagine what these women throughout go though on a daily basis. It’s not always happy, sometimes your going to have sad moments too. Her purpose of doing this is to evoke emotion throughout the audience. T Throughout the speech Clinton does make use of rhetorical appeals known as ethos, pathos, and logos. Ethos is the speakers credibility or ethical appeal. Some examples of her using ethos is when she states, “It’s conferences like this that compel governments and peoples everywhere to listen, look, and face the world’s most pressing problems” (Clinton par 6). Another example of her using ethos is when she states, “That is why every woman, every man, every child, every family, and every nation on this planet does have a stake in this discussion that takes place here” (Clinton par...
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...side I have read the book and learned knew things as well. It is giving me knowledge as a writer that I can use when I chose to write an essay or paper. I have learned that my writing style is to persuade and to get my readers attention by giving the reader something to relate about. I always think if my reader has gone through something I have went through or give them knowledge they can use if they ever stumble upon the scenario. Materials that were new to me were some things that were in literary analysis, and Rhetorical analysis such as how to revise, choosing an appropriate writing style, and designing. Things that I have already knew from the past was how to make a memoir, make a profile, and the little things that everyone should know about how to write properly with the write punctuation, and capitalizations. The genre that was my favorite was memoir because it lets me tell you a memorable story in my life and about the things that I have experienced. It lets give you the wisdom that I have went through to pass down to someone else that can learn from it or choose to ignore it. Memoir also lets me express myself to get to the point that I am trying to give to the reader. My least favorite was profile because I didn’t really have an interest for it. I would rather talk about a memorable moment than a long period of time, it bores the readers. I don’t have any questions for the...
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...CHAP TER Rhetorical Modes 1. NARRATION L E A R N I N G O B J E C T I V E S 10 1. Identify the purpose and structure of narrative writing. 2. Recognize how to write a narrative essay. Rhetorical modes simply mean the ways in which we can effectively communicate through language. This chapter covers nine common rhetorical modes. As you read about these nine modes, keep in mind that the rhetorical mode a writer chooses depends on his or her purpose for writing. Sometimes writers incorporate a variety of modes in one essay. In covering the nine rhetorical modes, this chapter also emphasizes these as a set of tools that will allow you greater flexibility and effectiveness in communicating with your audience and expressing your ideas. rhetorical modes The ways in which we effectively communicate through language. 1.1 The Purpose of Narrative Writing Narration means the art of storytelling, and the purpose of narrative writing is to tell stories. Any time you tell a story to a friend or family member about an event or incident in your day, you engage in a form of narration. In addition, a narrative can be factual or fictional. A factual story is one that is based on, and tries to be faithful to, actual events as they unfolded in real life. A fictional story is a made-up, or imagined, story; the writer of a fictional story can create characters and events as he or she sees fit. However, the big distinction between factual and fictional narratives is based on a writer’s purpose...
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...------------------------------------------------- English 101: College Writing Dr. Tinberg Office Hours: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays 12:30-1:45PM (or by appointment) Office: B210 Phone: 678-2811 ext. 2317 Email: Howard.Tinberg@bristolcc.edu Course Blog: http://bcceng101.edublogs.org/ Course Description This college-level composition course provides students an opportunity to develop their writing through various stages of composing, revising, and editing. In addition, students learn how to formulate and support a thesis using a number of rhetorical strategies, to conduct research, and to integrate a variety of sources according to the Modern Language Association guidelines. Students write in Standard English with consideration given to audience, purpose, and context. Prerequisite: Satisfactory performance on the writing skills test or “C” or better in English 090. Passing score on the College's reading placement test or concurrent enrollment in/or prior completion of RDG 10. You may have some questions . . . . What will I learn in this course? I’m hoping that by taking this course you will be better prepared to handle the writing tasks that await you in college and beyond. Specifically, I expect you to be able to * respond appropriately to an assignment or writing situation; * state your purpose clearly and stick with it; * consider your reader’s needs; * understand the genre in which you are writing; * value and demonstrate...
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...#1 Word Choice “For what this separation is done, I do not know, unless it be to hinder the development of the child’s affection toward its mother, and to blunt and destroy the natural affection of the mother for the child.” This expresses Douglass’ style of writing by choosing the words that have a way to affect the reader and convey the message of a mother and child’s affection towards one another. (Chapter 1, page 18) #2 Hyperbole “No words, no tears, no prayers, from his gory victim, seemed to move his iron heart from its bloody purpose.” This exaggerates how cruel and brutal the master was when whipping slaves who disobeyed him. (Chapter 1, page21) #3 Simile “The competitors for this office sought as diligently to please their overseers,...
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...ACHIEVEMENT REQUIREMENTS GSW 1110 Section 146L Fall 2015 |Instructor: |Joseph Celizic | |E-mail: |cjoseph@bgsu.edu | |Office: |421 East Hall | |Office Hours: |Tuesday & Thursday: 4:00 – 5:30 | | |(and by appointment) | |Mailbox: |210 East Hall (my mailbox is above my name) | |Learning Commons: |140 Jerome Library | |Learning Commons Phone: |372-2823 (call ahead to make an appointment) | REQUIRED COURSE TEXTS AND MATERIALS • Kirszner & Mandell’s The Brief Wadsworth Handbook (BGSU Special Edition). 7th edition. Laurie Kirszner and Stephen Mandell. Wadsworth, Cengage Learning, 2013 • A laptop with a word processing program (Microsoft Word or Open Office) that you must bring to every class, fully...
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...internet [Capitalize "Internet" as the worldwide communication network] . A service provider of many services Amazon has the integrity and the ability to be the best. Amazon is well known for its accomplishment’s many have attempted but only a few have duplicated. With other websites like Google and YouTube, competition has stirred up web wars through customer attraction. This paper will dig deeper into the ongoing competition as well as the strategy that Amazon has taken putting themselves in the position Amazon, is it in today? [Writing suggestion: Unless in a quote or a title, avoid rhetorical questions in academic writing. A good idea is to provide answers, not questions] Everyone has the option to go with any website they choose while choosing the services they expect. Reasons along with examples are described [The passive voice is a form of "be" (are) and a participle (described). Over-use of the passive voice can make paragraphs officious and tedious to read. Prefer the active voice. For example, passive voice = The paper was completed on time. Active voice = the student completed the paper on time. See Center for Writing Excellence > Tutorials & Guides > Grammar & Writing Guides > Active & passive voice] and investigated within. The Evolution of Amazon There is fierce competition between different online retailers available. One of the largest being [Doctoral rule (but good advice for any academic writer)--If not a noun (as in "human being"), the word "Being"...
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...LECTURE 2 – POWELL THE WRITING PROCESS KINDS OF WRITING/DISCOURSE TYPES: THE BASIC PURPOSES OF WRITING ARE TO INFORM, TO PERSUADE, AND TO ENTERTAIN. Prose is ordinary written/spoken language without poetic structure. Prose that informs is called exposition/expository writing. Expository writing explains how things work, ideas, how to solve a problem, facts about everyday life, history, controversial issues. Expository writing is constructed LOGICALLY – organized around structures like cause and effect, true and false, less and more, positive and negative, general and specific, sequences or series of steps/procedures, chronology, etc. Ideas in exposition are moved along by connectives like therefore, however, but, in fact, and, for example. An example of expository writing is the information report – facts about a subject with descriptions, definitions and classifications, e.g. scientific reports or business reports with diagrams, technical language or jargon (words/expressions specific to a particular profession). Certain descriptive and narrative writing can also fall under the category of writing that informs. Descriptions of the details of experiences, people, places, situations, processes should be arranged into a meaningful pattern, and narration should give an account of related events/incidents as in a report and in a logical sequence. Prose that persuades is often called argumentative writing. The writer takes a stand, proving an opinion/argument...
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