What to Do Before Writing Essay THE IMPORTANCE OF PARAPHRASING There are essentially two ways in which writers reference the ideas of others in their essays: paraphrase and direct quotation. You may already know this, but to paraphrase means to translate someone else’s ideas into your own words. Thus, with a paraphrase, you are still citing someone … Read more
Think about your own reading and how it can improve. Strategies for Reading Critically Pre-reading Preparation: You will need a pencil or other writing utensil to underline, make notes, jot questions, and otherwise mark up your reading material; a dictionary to look up unfamiliar words; highlighters and/or sticky notes for marking your book. If you … Read more
Introduction to Paraphrasing vs Quoting Watch the following Videos https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=7&v=oiM0x0ApVL8&feature=emb_logo https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=2&v=j3A0UVGrjb8&feature=emb_logo https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q97YcIFS1zQ&feature=emb_logo https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IQauIJGgLfs&feature=emb_logo Then In a short one page journal, tell me what you understand about the difference between paraphrasing and quoting and include at least three takeaways or things you want to remember from this lecture. Answer preview: word limit:312
English Discussion on education. After you read the two articles and the transcript that I attached, answer the following questions. In your own words, what is the purpose of education? Why is it important to get an education? What is at least one thing from each of the sources that stood out to you? (This … Read more
Incorporating Quotes Worksheet. As I mentioned, one of the skills we will be working on is incorporating evidence into our own writing. The purpose of this writing workshop is to help you incorporate citations into your writing effectively. Step 1: Consider the passage below: Education must also train one for quick, resolute and effective thinking. To think incisively … Read more
What is the difference between paraphrasing and quoting? STEP 1: Please read the information below on paraphrasing vs quoting. Last week, we read a few articles, and this week, we are going to read another. Later in the unit, we may use these articles as we write our own reflections and essays. Once you understand … Read more
What you understand about the difference between paraphrasing and quoting? STEP 1: Please read the information below on paraphrasing vs quoting. Last week, we read a few articles, and this week, we are going to read another. Later in the unit, we may use these articles as we write our own reflections and essays. Once … Read more
English assignment: Learning to Read Read the Assigned reading. Step 1: Fill out an annotation worksheet for the reading that I attached Step 2: Answer the following questions. Your answers should be clear and detailed. Each answer should be a a minimum of 150 words long. These can be attached/written in a separate document or … Read more
Discussion: How can you experience ordinary life events aesthetically? More details: Look up the definition of the word “aesthetics” in your textbook. This week, pay attention to aesthetic experiences you have; look for the beauty in every day events. How can you experience ordinary life events aesthetically? How can pouring cream into your coffee, for … Read more
Discuss The Theory of Visual Narrative. Read Goodnow’s article on Visual Narrative theory and discuss it with your group. Then write a your thought and bullet point based on your understanding of the article. You may discuss the salient points from the article, questions it answered for you or questions you have after reading it, examples of … Read more