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<p>Tharrison: </p> <hr /> <div>Writing is a not a process that deals only with a pen and paper; it also involves the brain. Writing is not as easy as it looks, and the toughest part is getting started. The following are some ways that will help writers get started with the writing process. When writing a paper authors have to think about their subject, purpose, and audience. At the beginning of the first paragraph they should try to catch the reader's attention with a short,an clear opening statement. This helps motivate the audience to read more, and makes the over all essay more interesting. <br /> <br /> <br /> == Usage ==<br /> <br /> === Find a focus === <br /> As writers explore their subject, they will begin to see possible ways of focusing their material. At this point a writer should settle on a tentative central idea. For many types of writing, the central idea can be asserted in one sentence, a gerneralization preparing readers for the supporting details that will follow. Such a sentence is called a thesis. The thesis sentence usually contain a controlling idea or a key work that limits its focus. (Hacker 9) <br /> :1. ''Geometric forms known as fractals may have a profound effect on how we view the world, not only in art and film but in many branches of science and technology, from astronomy to economics to predicting the weather.''<br /> Main Focus is the ''beneficial'' aspects of bats, and the effect of fractals on how people view the world. (Hacker 10)<br /> :2. ''Aside from his more famous identies as colonel of the Rough Riders are President of teh United States, Theodore Roosevelt was a lifelong professional man of letters.''<br /> Main Focus is Roosevelt's identity as a writer, or ''man of letters''. (Hacker 10)The subject should contain a noun and assertion. The noun tells the reader what the essay is about and the assertion explains why their writing on that topic. <br /> <br /> ----<br /> <br /> Purpose<br /> <br /> It's about four different types of reasons an author can use when writing an essay.<br /> <br /> 1. To inform readers? (Hacker 4)<br /> <br /> 2. To persuade them? (Hacker 4)<br /> <br /> 3. To entertain them? (Hacker 4)<br /> <br /> 4. To call them to action? (Hacker 4)<br /> <br /> <br /> === Find an audience === <br /> It is important for writers to think who they are writing for; therefore, think about who will be interested in the essay? Whom does the essay want to reach? Who will agree with the views in the essay? What sorts of information and evidence will the audience find most compelling? All these questions need to be considered while choosing an audience. (Lunsford 14)<br /> *[http://people.cohums.ohio-state.edu/mccorkle12/images/meeting.gif. Audience]Once the author starts writing the body of the essay they should keep in mind their audience. They should only try to appeal to that speific group of people. &quot;Authors should consider their relationship with the reader and how informed the reader are about the subject. (Hacker 4)<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> === Freewriting ===<br /> You can use prewriting tactics such as freewriting. This helps you to relax and loosen up some before you start writing on your accutal topic. When freewriting you should write non stop for around ten minutes. You can write about anything and you don't have to worry about grammar or wording. It's an exercise that gets your brain working on creating ideas. (Hacker 7)<br /> <br /> === Brainstorm ideas ===<br /> With the focus and [[What is &quot;audience&quot;?|audience]] in mind, writers should come up with related ideas. These ideas will help them construct the body of their essay. The body will support the thesis statement, and it will also tell the reader what to expect as they read on. (Hacker 15)<br /> *[http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l271/szahid/brainstorm.jpg. Brainstorm] <br /> <br /> === Plan on paper ===<br /> Once writer have generated some ideas and formulated a tentative thesis, they may want to sketch an informal outline. Informal outlines can take many forms. Perhaps the most common is simply the preliminary thesis followed by a list of major supporting ideas.<br /> ::::Hawaii is losing its cultural identity.<br /> :::::-pure-blooded Hawaiians increasingly rare<br /> :::::-native language diluted<br /> :::::-natives forced off ancestral lands<br /> :::::-little emphasis on native culture in schools<br /> :::::-customs exaggerated and distorted by tourism<br /> Often used to generate ideas, clustering diargrams can also serve as rough outlines. (Hacker 11)<br /> *[http://www.netsolutionsja.com/mynotes/Software%20Engineering/E%20-%20R%20diagrams.gif. Diagrams] <br /> <br /> === Clean up ===<br /> Make lists, diagrams, or outlines to organize the ideas. An outline may be the most helpful planning material. It will include an introduction with a thesis statement, some arguments with supporting details, and a conclusion. For example, the outline will be like the following: (How do I get started writing)<br /> <br /> 1) [[How do I write a strong introduction?|Introduction]]<br /> A) I love school. [[What is a &quot;thesis statement&quot; and how do I write a strong one?|(Thesis Statement)]]<br /> 2) Arguments<br /> A) I see my friends in school everyday (Add examples)<br /> B) It is fun to have Snack Time. (Add examples)<br /> C) I enjoy sports a lot. (Add examples)<br /> 3) [[How do I write a strong conclusion?|Conclusion]]<br /> A) I wish I can go to school during the summer too. <br /> <br /> === Write the first Draft ===<br /> A writer needs to have all the writing materials- lists, diagrams, and outlines- close at hand when an intial draft is being written. Such planning materials will encourage the writer to keep writing. Include in the draft an introduction with thesis, body paragraphs with supporting details, and a conclusion. For most kinds of writing, an introduction announces a man idea, several body paragraphs develop it, and a conclusion drives it home. A writer can begin drafting, however, at any point. For example, if it is difficult to write an introduction first, save it for later and draft the body first. When finished with the first draft, proofread and edit much as possible. Once the first draft is complete and proofread, continue the writing process with the second draft and then the final. (Hacker 13)<br /> <br /> == Links == <br /> *[http://www.germaineahoston.com/How%20Do%20I%20Get%20Started%20Writing.pdf. How do I get started writing?]<br /> <br /> == Works Cited == <br /> *Hacker, Diana. ''A Writer's Reference''. 5th Ed. Boston: Bedford/St. Martin's, 2003. <br /> *Lunsford, Andrea A. ''Easy Writer''. 3rd Ed. Boston: Bedford/St. Martin's, 2006.<br /> <br /> <br /> [[Composition FAQ]] <br /> [[Category:Composition|Getting Started]]</div>

Tharrison https://litwiki.org/index.php?title=How_do_I_get_started_writing%3F&diff=10971 2006-12-07T23:00:11Z

<p>Tharrison: /* Usage */</p> <hr /> <div>Writing is a not a process that deals only with a pen and paper; it also involves the brain. Writing is not as easy as it looks, and the toughest part is getting started. The following are some ways that will help writers get started with the writing process.When writing a paper authors have to think about their subject, purpose, and audience. At the beginning of the first paragraph they should try to catch the reader's attention with a short,an clear opening statement. This helps motivate the audience to read more, and makes the over all essay more interesting. <br /> <br /> <br /> == Usage ==<br /> <br /> === Find a focus === <br /> As writers explore their subject, they will begin to see possible ways of focusing their material. At this point a writer should settle on a tentative central idea. For many types of writing, the central idea can be asserted in one sentence, a gerneralization preparing readers for the supporting details that will follow. Such a sentence is called a thesis. The thesis sentence usually contain a controlling idea or a key work that limits its focus. (Hacker 9) <br /> :1. ''Geometric forms known as fractals may have a profound effect on how we view the world, not only in art and film but in many branches of science and technology, from astronomy to economics to predicting the weather.''<br /> Main Focus is the ''beneficial'' aspects of bats, and the effect of fractals on how people view the world. (Hacker 10)<br /> :2. ''Aside from his more famous identies as colonel of the Rough Riders are President of teh United States, Theodore Roosevelt was a lifelong professional man of letters.''<br /> Main Focus is Roosevelt's identity as a writer, or ''man of letters''. (Hacker 10)The subject should contain a noun and assertion. The noun tells the reader what the essay is about and the assertion explains why their writing on that topic. <br /> <br /> ----<br /> <br /> Purpose<br /> <br /> It's about four different types of reasons an author can use when writing an essay.<br /> <br /> 1. To inform readers? (Hacker 4)<br /> <br /> 2. To persuade them? (Hacker 4)<br /> <br /> 3. To entertain them? (Hacker 4)<br /> <br /> 4. To call them to action? (Hacker 4)<br /> <br /> <br /> === Find an audience === <br /> It is important for writers to think who they are writing for; therefore, think about who will be interested in the essay? Whom does the essay want to reach? Who will agree with the views in the essay? What sorts of information and evidence will the audience find most compelling? All these questions need to be considered while choosing an audience. (Lunsford 14)<br /> *[http://people.cohums.ohio-state.edu/mccorkle12/images/meeting.gif. Audience]Once the author starts writing the body of the essay they should keep in mind their audience. They should only try to appeal to that speific group of people. &quot;Authors should consider their relationship with the reader and how informed the reader are about the subject. (Hacker 4)<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> === Freewriting ===<br /> You can use prewriting tactics such as freewriting. This helps you to relax and loosen up some before you start writing on your accutal topic. When freewriting you should write non stop for around ten minutes. You can write about anything and you don't have to worry about grammar or wording. It's an exercise that gets your brain working on creating ideas. (Hacker 7)<br /> <br /> === Brainstorm ideas ===<br /> With the focus and [[What is &quot;audience&quot;?|audience]] in mind, writers should come up with related ideas. These ideas will help them construct the body of their essay. The body will support the thesis statement, and it will also tell the reader what to expect as they read on. (Hacker 15)<br /> *[http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l271/szahid/brainstorm.jpg. Brainstorm] <br /> <br /> === Plan on paper ===<br /> Once writer have generated some ideas and formulated a tentative thesis, they may want to sketch an informal outline. Informal outlines can take many forms. Perhaps the most common is simply the preliminary thesis followed by a list of major supporting ideas.<br /> ::::Hawaii is losing its cultural identity.<br /> :::::-pure-blooded Hawaiians increasingly rare<br /> :::::-native language diluted<br /> :::::-natives forced off ancestral lands<br /> :::::-little emphasis on native culture in schools<br /> :::::-customs exaggerated and distorted by tourism<br /> Often used to generate ideas, clustering diargrams can also serve as rough outlines. (Hacker 11)<br /> *[http://www.netsolutionsja.com/mynotes/Software%20Engineering/E%20-%20R%20diagrams.gif. Diagrams] <br /> <br /> === Clean up ===<br /> Make lists, diagrams, or outlines to organize the ideas. An outline may be the most helpful planning material. It will include an introduction with a thesis statement, some arguments with supporting details, and a conclusion. For example, the outline will be like the following: (How do I get started writing)<br /> <br /> 1) [[How do I write a strong introduction?|Introduction]]<br /> A) I love school. [[What is a &quot;thesis statement&quot; and how do I write a strong one?|(Thesis Statement)]]<br /> 2) Arguments<br /> A) I see my friends in school everyday (Add examples)<br /> B) It is fun to have Snack Time. (Add examples)<br /> C) I enjoy sports a lot. (Add examples)<br /> 3) [[How do I write a strong conclusion?|Conclusion]]<br /> A) I wish I can go to school during the summer too. <br /> <br /> === Write the first Draft ===<br /> A writer needs to have all the writing materials- lists, diagrams, and outlines- close at hand when an intial draft is being written. Such planning materials will encourage the writer to keep writing. Include in the draft an introduction with thesis, body paragraphs with supporting details, and a conclusion. For most kinds of writing, an introduction announces a man idea, several body paragraphs develop it, and a conclusion drives it home. A writer can begin drafting, however, at any point. For example, if it is difficult to write an introduction first, save it for later and draft the body first. When finished with the first draft, proofread and edit much as possible. Once the first draft is complete and proofread, continue the writing process with the second draft and then the final. (Hacker 13)<br /> <br /> == Links == <br /> *[http://www.germaineahoston.com/How%20Do%20I%20Get%20Started%20Writing.pdf. How do I get started writing?]<br /> <br /> == Works Cited == <br /> *Hacker, Diana. ''A Writer's Reference''. 5th Ed. Boston: Bedford/St. Martin's, 2003. <br /> *Lunsford, Andrea A. ''Easy Writer''. 3rd Ed. Boston: Bedford/St. Martin's, 2006.<br /> <br /> <br /> [[Composition FAQ]] <br /> [[Category:Composition|Getting Started]]</div>

Tharrison https://litwiki.org/index.php?title=What_is_a_wiki%3F&diff=10953 2006-11-30T03:18:49Z

<p>Tharrison: </p> <hr /> <div>A wiki is a term referring to a server site where questions are answered in the form of a definition. A wiki site allows anyone the ability to edit and improve a given definition by adding new relative information. (Wiki). “The beauty of Wiki is in the freedom, simplicity, and the power it offers.” It is recommended that one should read the topics carefully before adding a new topic to avoid clutter. (Welcome Visitors).<br /> <br /> &quot;The word wiki is a short form of the Hawaiian ''wiki-wiki '' which means &quot;quick.&quot; The first wiki was created by Ward Cunningham and Bo Leuf in 1995, who was looking to create an easy authoring tool that might spur people to publish. The name of the first program was, The Portland Pattern Repository. This program is used for personal note take by online corporations, constructing an online community between people, and managing a website. The wiki allows anyone the chance to include internal links, to another wiki page, and external links, outside wiki. And the key word here is &quot;easy,&quot; because, plainly put, a wiki is a Website where anyone can edit anything they want.&quot; (Richardson, 59).<br /> <br /> == Example ==<br /> A wiki can be as versatile as one can imagine. It was used as a Christmas wish list in this example. In this example a potential gift giver decides on a gift then edits the word no to a yes then all other gift givers know not to purchase that gift on the list. It is suppose to end the hassle of duplicate gifts.<br /> [Media:http://disavian.no-ip.info/wiki/index.php/Hillary%27s_Christmas_List](Lipko).<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> == Works Cited ==<br /> Lipko, Hillary. ''Hillary's Christmas Wish List.'' 11 Nov. 2006. 27 Nov.2006. &lt;http://disavian.no-ip.info/wiki/index.php/Hillary%27s_Christmas_List&gt;<br /> <br /> &quot;Welcome Visitors&quot;. ''Welcome Visitors.'' 06 Nov. 2006. 07 Nov. 2006. &lt;http://c2.com/cgi/wiki?WelcomeVisitors&gt;.<br /> <br /> <br /> &quot;What Is a Wiki&quot;. ''Wiki: What is Wiki''. 27 Jun. 2002. 07 Nov. 2006 &lt;http://wiki.org/wiki.cgi?WhatisWiki&gt;.<br /> &lt;http://<br /> <br /> Richardson, Will.&quot;Blogs, Wikis, Podcasts, and Other Powerful Web Tools for Classrooms&quot;. Corwin Press a Sage Publication Company. California, Thousand Oaks: 2006.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Link to LitWiki main page [http://litmuse.maconstate.edu/litwiki/index.php/Main_Page]</div>

Tharrison https://litwiki.org/index.php?title=What_is_a_wiki%3F&diff=10952 2006-11-30T03:14:47Z

<p>Tharrison: </p> <hr /> <div>A wiki is a term referring to a server site where questions are answered in the form of a definition. A wiki site allows anyone the ability to edit and improve a given definition by adding new relative information. (Wiki). “The beauty of Wiki is in the freedom, simplicity, and the power it offers.” It is recommended that one should read the topics carefully before adding a new topic to avoid clutter. (Welcome Visitors).<br /> <br /> &quot;The word wiki is a short form of the Hawaiian ''wiki-wiki '' which means &quot;quick.&quot; The first wiki was created by Ward Cunningham and Bo Leuf in 1995, who was looking to create an easy authoring tool that might spur people to publish. The name of the first program was, The Portland Pattern Repository. This program is used for personal note take by online corporations, constructing an online community between people, and managing a website. The wiki allows anyone the chance to include internal links, to another wiki page, and external links, outside wiki. And the key word here is &quot;easy,&quot; because, plainly put, a wiki is a Website where anyone can edit anything they want.&quot; (Richardson, 59).<br /> <br /> == Example ==<br /> A wiki can be as versatile as one can imagine. It was used as a Christmas wish list in this example. In this example a potential gift giver decides on a gift then edits the word no to a yes then all other gift givers know not to purchase that gift on the list. It is suppose to end the hassle of duplicate gifts.<br /> [Media:http://disavian.no-ip.info/wiki/index.php/Hillary%27s_Christmas_List](Lipko).<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> == Works Cited ==<br /> Lipko, Hillary. ''Hillary's Christmas Wish List.'' 11 Nov. 2006. 27 Nov.2006. &lt;http://disavian.no-ip.info/wiki/index.php/Hillary%27s_Christmas_List&gt;<br /> <br /> &quot;Welcome Visitors&quot;. ''Welcome Visitors.'' 06 Nov. 2006. 07 Nov. 2006. &lt;http://c2.com/cgi/wiki?WelcomeVisitors&gt;.<br /> <br /> <br /> &quot;What Is a Wiki&quot;. ''Wiki: What is Wiki''. 27 Jun. 2002. 07 Nov. 2006 &lt;http://wiki.org/wiki.cgi?WhatisWiki&gt;.<br /> <br /> Richardson, Will.&quot;Blogs, Wikis, Podcasts, and Other Powerful Web Tools for Classrooms&quot;. Corwin Press a Sage Publication Company. California, Thousand Oaks: 2006.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Link to LitWiki main page [http://litmuse.maconstate.edu/litwiki/index.php/Main_Page]</div>

Tharrison https://litwiki.org/index.php?title=What_is_a_wiki%3F&diff=10951 2006-11-30T03:10:49Z

<p>Tharrison: </p> <hr /> <div>A wiki is a term referring to a server site where questions are answered in the form of a definition. A wiki site allows anyone the ability to edit and improve a given definition by adding new relative information. (Wiki). “The beauty of Wiki is in the freedom, simplicity, and the power it offers.” It is recommended that one should read the topics carefully before adding a new topic to avoid clutter. (Welcome Visitors).<br /> <br /> &quot;The word wiki is a short form of the Hawaiian ''wiki-wiki '' which means &quot;quick.&quot; The first wiki was created by Ward Cunningham and Bo Leuf in 1995, who was looking to create an easy authoring tool that might spur people to publish. The name of the first program was, The Portland Pattern Repository.This program is used for personal note take by online corporations, constructing an online community between people, and managing a website. And the key word here is &quot;easy,&quot; because, plainly put, a wiki is a Website where anyone can edit anything they want.&quot; (Richardson, 59).<br /> <br /> == Example ==<br /> A wiki can be as versatile as one can imagine. It was used as a Christmas wish list in this example. In this example a potential gift giver decides on a gift then edits the word no to a yes then all other gift givers know not to purchase that gift on the list. It is suppose to end the hassle of duplicate gifts.<br /> [Media:http://disavian.no-ip.info/wiki/index.php/Hillary%27s_Christmas_List](Lipko).<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> == Works Cited ==<br /> Lipko, Hillary. ''Hillary's Christmas Wish List.'' 11 Nov. 2006. 27 Nov.2006. &lt;http://disavian.no-ip.info/wiki/index.php/Hillary%27s_Christmas_List&gt;<br /> <br /> &quot;Welcome Visitors&quot;. ''Welcome Visitors.'' 06 Nov. 2006. 07 Nov. 2006. &lt;http://c2.com/cgi/wiki?WelcomeVisitors&gt;.<br /> <br /> <br /> &quot;What Is a Wiki&quot;. ''Wiki: What is Wiki''. 27 Jun. 2002. 07 Nov. 2006 &lt;http://wiki.org/wiki.cgi?WhatisWiki&gt;.<br /> <br /> Richardson, Will.&quot;Blogs, Wikis, Podcasts, and Other Powerful Web Tools for Classrooms&quot;. Corwin Press a Sage Publication Company. California, Thousand Oaks: 2006.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Link to LitWiki main page [http://litmuse.maconstate.edu/litwiki/index.php/Main_Page]</div>

Tharrison https://litwiki.org/index.php?title=How_do_I_get_started_writing%3F&diff=10921 2006-11-21T15:32:25Z

<p>Tharrison: </p> <hr /> <div>Writing is a not a process that deals only with a pen and paper; it also involves the brain. Writing is not as easy as it looks, and the toughest part is getting started. The following are some ways that will help writers get started with the writing process.When writing a paper authors have to think about their subject, purpose, and audience. At the beginning of the first paragraph they should try to catch the reader's attention with a short,an clear opening statement. This helps motivate the audience to read more, and makes the over all essay more interesting. <br /> <br /> <br /> == Usage ==<br /> <br /> === Find a focus === <br /> As writers explore their subject, they will begin to see possible ways of focusing their material. At this point a writer should settle on a tentative central idea. For many types of writing, the central idea can be asserted in one sentence, a gerneralization preparing readers for the supporting details that will follow. Such a sentence is called a thesis. The thesis sentence usually contain a controlling idea or a key work that limits its focus. (Hacker 9) <br /> :1. ''Geometric forms known as fractals may have a profound effect on how we view the world, not only in art and film but in many branches of science and technology, from astronomy to economics to predicting the weather.''<br /> Main Focus is the ''beneficial'' aspects of bats, and the effect of fractals on how people view the world. (Hacker 10)<br /> :2. ''Aside from his more famous identies as colonel of the Rough Riders are President of teh United States, Theodore Roosevelt was a lifelong professional man of letters.''<br /> Main Focus is Roosevelt's identity as a writer, or ''man of letters''. (Hacker 10)The subject should contain a noun and assertion. The noun tells the reader what the essay is about and the assertion explains why their writing on that topic. <br /> <br /> ----<br /> <br /> Purpose<br /> <br /> It's about four different types of reasons an author can use when writing an essay.<br /> <br /> 1. To inform readers? (Hacker pg.4)<br /> <br /> 2. To persuade them? (Hacker pg.4)<br /> <br /> 3. To entertain them? (Hacker pg.4)<br /> <br /> 4. To call them to action? (Hacker pg.4)<br /> <br /> <br /> === Find an audience === <br /> It is important for writers to think who they are writing for; therefore, think about who will be interested in the essay? Whom does the essay want to reach? Who will agree with the views in the essay? What sorts of information and evidence will the audience find most compelling? All these questions need to be considered while choosing an audience. (Lunsford 14)<br /> *[http://people.cohums.ohio-state.edu/mccorkle12/images/meeting.gif. Audience]Once the author starts writing the body of the essay they should keep in mind their audience. They should only try to appeal to that speific group of people. &quot;Authors should consider their relationship with the reader and how informed the reader are about the subject. (Hacker pg.4)<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> === Freewriting ===<br /> You can use prewriting tactics such as freewriting. This helps you to relax and loosen up some before you start writing on your accutal topic. When freewriting you should write non stop for around ten minutes. You can write about anything and you don't have to worry about grammar or wording. It's an exercise that gets your brain working on creating ideas. (Hacker 7)<br /> <br /> === Brainstorm ideas ===<br /> With the focus and [[What is &quot;audience&quot;?|audience]] in mind, writers should come up with related ideas. These ideas will help them construct the body of their essay. The body will support the thesis statement, and it will also tell the reader what to expect as they read on. (Hacker 15)<br /> *[http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l271/szahid/brainstorm.jpg. Brainstorm] <br /> <br /> === Plan on paper ===<br /> Once writer have generated some ideas and formulated a tentative thesis, they may want to sketch an informal outline. Informal outlines can take many forms. Perhaps the most common is simply the preliminary thesis followed by a list of major supporting ideas.<br /> ::::Hawaii is losing its cultural identity.<br /> :::::-pure-blooded Hawaiians increasingly rare<br /> :::::-native language diluted<br /> :::::-natives forced off ancestral lands<br /> :::::-little emphasis on native culture in schools<br /> :::::-customs exaggerated and distorted by tourism<br /> Often used to generate ideas, clustering diargrams can also serve as rough outlines. (Hacker 11)<br /> *[http://www.netsolutionsja.com/mynotes/Software%20Engineering/E%20-%20R%20diagrams.gif. Diagrams] <br /> <br /> === Clean up ===<br /> Make lists, diagrams, or outlines to organize the ideas. An outline may be the most helpful planning material. It will include an introduction with a thesis statement, some arguments with supporting details, and a conclusion. For example, the outline will be like the following: (How do I get started writing)<br /> <br /> 1) [[How do I write a strong introduction?|Introduction]]<br /> A) I love school. [[What is a &quot;thesis statement&quot; and how do I write a strong one?|(Thesis Statement)]]<br /> 2) Arguments<br /> A) I see my friends in school everyday (Add examples)<br /> B) It is fun to have Snack Time. (Add examples)<br /> C) I enjoy sports a lot. (Add examples)<br /> 3) [[How do I write a strong conclusion?|Conclusion]]<br /> A) I wish I can go to school during the summer too. <br /> <br /> === Write the first Draft ===<br /> A writer needs to have all the writing materials- lists, diagrams, and outlines- close at hand when an intial draft is being written. Such planning materials will encourage the writer to keep writing. Include in the draft an introduction with thesis, body paragraphs with supporting details, and a conclusion. For most kinds of writing, an introduction announces a man idea, several body paragraphs develop it, and a conclusion drives it home. A writer can begin drafting, however, at any point. For example, if it is difficult to write an introduction first, save it for later and draft the body first. When finished with the first draft, proofread and edit much as possible. Once the first draft is complete and proofread, continue the writing process with the second draft and then the final. (Hacker 13) <br /> <br /> <br /> == Links == <br /> *[http://www.germaineahoston.com/How%20Do%20I%20Get%20Started%20Writing.pdf. How do I get started writing?]<br /> <br /> == Works Cited == <br /> *Hacker, Diana. ''A Writer's Reference''. 5th Ed. Boston: Bedford/St. Martin's, 2003. <br /> *Lunsford, Andrea A. ''Easy Writer''. 3rd Ed. Boston: Bedford/St. Martin's, 2006.<br /> <br /> <br /> [[Composition FAQ]] <br /> [[Category:Composition|Getting Started]]</div>

Tharrison https://litwiki.org/index.php?title=How_do_I_get_started_writing%3F&diff=10920 2006-11-21T15:31:27Z

<p>Tharrison: </p> <hr /> <div>Writing is a not a process that deals only with a pen and paper; it also involves the brain. Writing is not as easy as it looks, and the toughest part is getting started. The following are some ways that will help writers get started with the writing process.When writing a paper authors have to think about their subject, purpose, and audience. At the beginning of the first paragraph they should try to catch the reader's attention with a short,an clear opening statement. This helps motivate the audience to read more, and makes the over all essay more interesting. <br /> <br /> <br /> == Usage ==<br /> <br /> === Find a focus === <br /> As writers explore their subject, they will begin to see possible ways of focusing their material. At this point a writer should settle on a tentative central idea. For many types of writing, the central idea can be asserted in one sentence, a gerneralization preparing readers for the supporting details that will follow. Such a sentence is called a thesis. The thesis sentence usually contain a controlling idea or a key work that limits its focus. (Hacker 9) <br /> :1. ''Geometric forms known as fractals may have a profound effect on how we view the world, not only in art and film but in many branches of science and technology, from astronomy to economics to predicting the weather.''<br /> Main Focus is the ''beneficial'' aspects of bats, and the effect of fractals on how people view the world. (Hacker 10)<br /> :2. ''Aside from his more famous identies as colonel of the Rough Riders are President of teh United States, Theodore Roosevelt was a lifelong professional man of letters.''<br /> Main Focus is Roosevelt's identity as a writer, or ''man of letters''. (Hacker 10)The subject should contain a noun and assertion. The noun tells the reader what the essay is about and the assertion explains why their writing on that topic. <br /> <br /> ----<br /> <br /> Purpose<br /> <br /> It's about four different types of reasons an author can use when writing an essay.<br /> <br /> 1. To inform readers? (Hacker pg.4)<br /> <br /> 2. To persuade them? (Hacker pg.4)<br /> <br /> 3. To entertain them? (Hacker pg.4)<br /> <br /> 4. To call them to action? (Hacker pg.4)<br /> <br /> <br /> === Find an audience === <br /> It is important for writers to think who they are writing for; therefore, think about who will be interested in the essay? Whom does the essay want to reach? Who will agree with the views in the essay? What sorts of information and evidence will the audience find most compelling? All these questions need to be considered while choosing an audience. (Lunsford 14)<br /> *[http://people.cohums.ohio-state.edu/mccorkle12/images/meeting.gif. Audience]<br /> <br /> === Freewriting ===<br /> You can use prewriting tactics such as freewriting. This helps you to relax and loosen up some before you start writing on your accutal topic. When freewriting you should write non stop for around ten minutes. You can write about anything and you don't have to worry about grammar or wording. It's an exercise that gets your brain working on creating ideas. (Hacker 7)<br /> <br /> === Brainstorm ideas ===<br /> With the focus and [[What is &quot;audience&quot;?|audience]] in mind, writers should come up with related ideas. These ideas will help them construct the body of their essay. The body will support the thesis statement, and it will also tell the reader what to expect as they read on. (Hacker 15)<br /> *[http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l271/szahid/brainstorm.jpg. Brainstorm] <br /> <br /> === Plan on paper ===<br /> Once writer have generated some ideas and formulated a tentative thesis, they may want to sketch an informal outline. Informal outlines can take many forms. Perhaps the most common is simply the preliminary thesis followed by a list of major supporting ideas.<br /> ::::Hawaii is losing its cultural identity.<br /> :::::-pure-blooded Hawaiians increasingly rare<br /> :::::-native language diluted<br /> :::::-natives forced off ancestral lands<br /> :::::-little emphasis on native culture in schools<br /> :::::-customs exaggerated and distorted by tourism<br /> Often used to generate ideas, clustering diargrams can also serve as rough outlines. (Hacker 11)<br /> *[http://www.netsolutionsja.com/mynotes/Software%20Engineering/E%20-%20R%20diagrams.gif. Diagrams] <br /> <br /> === Clean up ===<br /> Make lists, diagrams, or outlines to organize the ideas. An outline may be the most helpful planning material. It will include an introduction with a thesis statement, some arguments with supporting details, and a conclusion. For example, the outline will be like the following: (How do I get started writing)<br /> <br /> 1) [[How do I write a strong introduction?|Introduction]]<br /> A) I love school. [[What is a &quot;thesis statement&quot; and how do I write a strong one?|(Thesis Statement)]]<br /> 2) Arguments<br /> A) I see my friends in school everyday (Add examples)<br /> B) It is fun to have Snack Time. (Add examples)<br /> C) I enjoy sports a lot. (Add examples)<br /> 3) [[How do I write a strong conclusion?|Conclusion]]<br /> A) I wish I can go to school during the summer too. <br /> <br /> === Write the first Draft ===<br /> A writer needs to have all the writing materials- lists, diagrams, and outlines- close at hand when an intial draft is being written. Such planning materials will encourage the writer to keep writing. Include in the draft an introduction with thesis, body paragraphs with supporting details, and a conclusion. For most kinds of writing, an introduction announces a man idea, several body paragraphs develop it, and a conclusion drives it home. A writer can begin drafting, however, at any point. For example, if it is difficult to write an introduction first, save it for later and draft the body first. When finished with the first draft, proofread and edit much as possible. Once the first draft is complete and proofread, continue the writing process with the second draft and then the final. (Hacker 13) <br /> <br /> <br /> == Links == <br /> *[http://www.germaineahoston.com/How%20Do%20I%20Get%20Started%20Writing.pdf. How do I get started writing?]<br /> <br /> == Works Cited == <br /> *Hacker, Diana. ''A Writer's Reference''. 5th Ed. Boston: Bedford/St. Martin's, 2003. <br /> *Lunsford, Andrea A. ''Easy Writer''. 3rd Ed. Boston: Bedford/St. Martin's, 2006.<br /> <br /> <br /> [[Composition FAQ]] <br /> [[Category:Composition|Getting Started]]</div>

Tharrison https://litwiki.org/index.php?title=How_do_I_get_started_writing%3F&diff=10919 2006-11-21T15:31:04Z

<p>Tharrison: </p> <hr /> <div>Writing is a not a process that deals only with a pen and paper; it also involves the brain. Writing is not as easy as it looks, and the toughest part is getting started. The following are some ways that will help writers get started with the writing process.When writing a paper authors have to think about their subject, purpose, and audience. At the beginning of the first paragraph they should try to catch the reader's attention with a short,an clear opening statement. This helps motivate the audience to read more, and makes the over all essay more interesting. <br /> <br /> <br /> == Usage ==<br /> <br /> === Find a focus === <br /> As writers explore their subject, they will begin to see possible ways of focusing their material. At this point a writer should settle on a tentative central idea. For many types of writing, the central idea can be asserted in one sentence, a gerneralization preparing readers for the supporting details that will follow. Such a sentence is called a thesis. The thesis sentence usually contain a controlling idea or a key work that limits its focus. (Hacker 9) <br /> :1. ''Geometric forms known as fractals may have a profound effect on how we view the world, not only in art and film but in many branches of science and technology, from astronomy to economics to predicting the weather.''<br /> Main Focus is the ''beneficial'' aspects of bats, and the effect of fractals on how people view the world. (Hacker 10)<br /> :2. ''Aside from his more famous identies as colonel of the Rough Riders are President of teh United States, Theodore Roosevelt was a lifelong professional man of letters.''<br /> Main Focus is Roosevelt's identity as a writer, or ''man of letters''. (Hacker 10)The subject should contain a noun and assertion. The noun tells the reader what the essay is about and the assertion explains why their writing on that topic. <br /> <br /> ----<br /> <br /> Purpose<br /> <br /> It's about four different types of reasons an author can use when writing an essay.<br /> <br /> 1. To inform readers? (Hacker pg.4)<br /> <br /> 2. To persuade them? (Hacker pg.4)<br /> <br /> 3. To entertain them? (Hacker pg.4)<br /> <br /> 4. To call them to action? (Hacker pg.4)<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> === Find an audience === <br /> It is important for writers to think who they are writing for; therefore, think about who will be interested in the essay? Whom does the essay want to reach? Who will agree with the views in the essay? What sorts of information and evidence will the audience find most compelling? All these questions need to be considered while choosing an audience. (Lunsford 14)<br /> *[http://people.cohums.ohio-state.edu/mccorkle12/images/meeting.gif. Audience]<br /> <br /> === Freewriting ===<br /> You can use prewriting tactics such as freewriting. This helps you to relax and loosen up some before you start writing on your accutal topic. When freewriting you should write non stop for around ten minutes. You can write about anything and you don't have to worry about grammar or wording. It's an exercise that gets your brain working on creating ideas. (Hacker 7)<br /> <br /> === Brainstorm ideas ===<br /> With the focus and [[What is &quot;audience&quot;?|audience]] in mind, writers should come up with related ideas. These ideas will help them construct the body of their essay. The body will support the thesis statement, and it will also tell the reader what to expect as they read on. (Hacker 15)<br /> *[http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l271/szahid/brainstorm.jpg. Brainstorm] <br /> <br /> === Plan on paper ===<br /> Once writer have generated some ideas and formulated a tentative thesis, they may want to sketch an informal outline. Informal outlines can take many forms. Perhaps the most common is simply the preliminary thesis followed by a list of major supporting ideas.<br /> ::::Hawaii is losing its cultural identity.<br /> :::::-pure-blooded Hawaiians increasingly rare<br /> :::::-native language diluted<br /> :::::-natives forced off ancestral lands<br /> :::::-little emphasis on native culture in schools<br /> :::::-customs exaggerated and distorted by tourism<br /> Often used to generate ideas, clustering diargrams can also serve as rough outlines. (Hacker 11)<br /> *[http://www.netsolutionsja.com/mynotes/Software%20Engineering/E%20-%20R%20diagrams.gif. Diagrams] <br /> <br /> === Clean up ===<br /> Make lists, diagrams, or outlines to organize the ideas. An outline may be the most helpful planning material. It will include an introduction with a thesis statement, some arguments with supporting details, and a conclusion. For example, the outline will be like the following: (How do I get started writing)<br /> <br /> 1) [[How do I write a strong introduction?|Introduction]]<br /> A) I love school. [[What is a &quot;thesis statement&quot; and how do I write a strong one?|(Thesis Statement)]]<br /> 2) Arguments<br /> A) I see my friends in school everyday (Add examples)<br /> B) It is fun to have Snack Time. (Add examples)<br /> C) I enjoy sports a lot. (Add examples)<br /> 3) [[How do I write a strong conclusion?|Conclusion]]<br /> A) I wish I can go to school during the summer too. <br /> <br /> === Write the first Draft ===<br /> A writer needs to have all the writing materials- lists, diagrams, and outlines- close at hand when an intial draft is being written. Such planning materials will encourage the writer to keep writing. Include in the draft an introduction with thesis, body paragraphs with supporting details, and a conclusion. For most kinds of writing, an introduction announces a man idea, several body paragraphs develop it, and a conclusion drives it home. A writer can begin drafting, however, at any point. For example, if it is difficult to write an introduction first, save it for later and draft the body first. When finished with the first draft, proofread and edit much as possible. Once the first draft is complete and proofread, continue the writing process with the second draft and then the final. (Hacker 13) <br /> <br /> <br /> == Links == <br /> *[http://www.germaineahoston.com/How%20Do%20I%20Get%20Started%20Writing.pdf. How do I get started writing?]<br /> <br /> == Works Cited == <br /> *Hacker, Diana. ''A Writer's Reference''. 5th Ed. Boston: Bedford/St. Martin's, 2003. <br /> *Lunsford, Andrea A. ''Easy Writer''. 3rd Ed. Boston: Bedford/St. Martin's, 2006.<br /> <br /> <br /> [[Composition FAQ]] <br /> [[Category:Composition|Getting Started]]</div>

Tharrison https://litwiki.org/index.php?title=How_do_I_get_started_writing%3F&diff=10918 2006-11-21T15:30:04Z

<p>Tharrison: </p> <hr /> <div>Writing is a not a process that deals only with a pen and paper; it also involves the brain. Writing is not as easy as it looks, and the toughest part is getting started. The following are some ways that will help writers get started with the writing process.When writing a paper authors have to think about their subject, purpose, and audience. At the beginning of the first paragraph they should try to catch the reader's attention with a short,an clear opening statement. This helps motivate the audience to read more, and makes the over all essay more interesting. <br /> <br /> <br /> == Usage ==<br /> <br /> === Find a focus === <br /> As writers explore their subject, they will begin to see possible ways of focusing their material. At this point a writer should settle on a tentative central idea. For many types of writing, the central idea can be asserted in one sentence, a gerneralization preparing readers for the supporting details that will follow. Such a sentence is called a thesis. The thesis sentence usually contain a controlling idea or a key work that limits its focus. (Hacker 9) <br /> :1. ''Geometric forms known as fractals may have a profound effect on how we view the world, not only in art and film but in many branches of science and technology, from astronomy to economics to predicting the weather.''<br /> Main Focus is the ''beneficial'' aspects of bats, and the effect of fractals on how people view the world. (Hacker 10)<br /> :2. ''Aside from his more famous identies as colonel of the Rough Riders are President of teh United States, Theodore Roosevelt was a lifelong professional man of letters.''<br /> Main Focus is Roosevelt's identity as a writer, or ''man of letters''. (Hacker 10)The subject should contain a noun and assertion. The noun tells the reader what the essay is about and the assertion explains why their writing on that topic. <br /> <br /> === Find an audience === <br /> It is important for writers to think who they are writing for; therefore, think about who will be interested in the essay? Whom does the essay want to reach? Who will agree with the views in the essay? What sorts of information and evidence will the audience find most compelling? All these questions need to be considered while choosing an audience. (Lunsford 14)<br /> *[http://people.cohums.ohio-state.edu/mccorkle12/images/meeting.gif. Audience]<br /> <br /> === Freewriting ===<br /> You can use prewriting tactics such as freewriting. This helps you to relax and loosen up some before you start writing on your accutal topic. When freewriting you should write non stop for around ten minutes. You can write about anything and you don't have to worry about grammar or wording. It's an exercise that gets your brain working on creating ideas. (Hacker 7)<br /> <br /> === Brainstorm ideas ===<br /> With the focus and [[What is &quot;audience&quot;?|audience]] in mind, writers should come up with related ideas. These ideas will help them construct the body of their essay. The body will support the thesis statement, and it will also tell the reader what to expect as they read on. (Hacker 15)<br /> *[http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l271/szahid/brainstorm.jpg. Brainstorm] <br /> <br /> === Plan on paper ===<br /> Once writer have generated some ideas and formulated a tentative thesis, they may want to sketch an informal outline. Informal outlines can take many forms. Perhaps the most common is simply the preliminary thesis followed by a list of major supporting ideas.<br /> ::::Hawaii is losing its cultural identity.<br /> :::::-pure-blooded Hawaiians increasingly rare<br /> :::::-native language diluted<br /> :::::-natives forced off ancestral lands<br /> :::::-little emphasis on native culture in schools<br /> :::::-customs exaggerated and distorted by tourism<br /> Often used to generate ideas, clustering diargrams can also serve as rough outlines. (Hacker 11)<br /> *[http://www.netsolutionsja.com/mynotes/Software%20Engineering/E%20-%20R%20diagrams.gif. Diagrams] <br /> <br /> === Clean up ===<br /> Make lists, diagrams, or outlines to organize the ideas. An outline may be the most helpful planning material. It will include an introduction with a thesis statement, some arguments with supporting details, and a conclusion. For example, the outline will be like the following: (How do I get started writing)<br /> <br /> 1) [[How do I write a strong introduction?|Introduction]]<br /> A) I love school. [[What is a &quot;thesis statement&quot; and how do I write a strong one?|(Thesis Statement)]]<br /> 2) Arguments<br /> A) I see my friends in school everyday (Add examples)<br /> B) It is fun to have Snack Time. (Add examples)<br /> C) I enjoy sports a lot. (Add examples)<br /> 3) [[How do I write a strong conclusion?|Conclusion]]<br /> A) I wish I can go to school during the summer too. <br /> <br /> === Write the first Draft ===<br /> A writer needs to have all the writing materials- lists, diagrams, and outlines- close at hand when an intial draft is being written. Such planning materials will encourage the writer to keep writing. Include in the draft an introduction with thesis, body paragraphs with supporting details, and a conclusion. For most kinds of writing, an introduction announces a man idea, several body paragraphs develop it, and a conclusion drives it home. A writer can begin drafting, however, at any point. For example, if it is difficult to write an introduction first, save it for later and draft the body first. When finished with the first draft, proofread and edit much as possible. Once the first draft is complete and proofread, continue the writing process with the second draft and then the final. (Hacker 13) <br /> <br /> <br /> == Links == <br /> *[http://www.germaineahoston.com/How%20Do%20I%20Get%20Started%20Writing.pdf. How do I get started writing?]<br /> <br /> == Works Cited == <br /> *Hacker, Diana. ''A Writer's Reference''. 5th Ed. Boston: Bedford/St. Martin's, 2003. <br /> *Lunsford, Andrea A. ''Easy Writer''. 3rd Ed. Boston: Bedford/St. Martin's, 2006.<br /> <br /> <br /> [[Composition FAQ]] <br /> [[Category:Composition|Getting Started]]</div>

Tharrison https://litwiki.org/index.php?title=How_do_I_get_started_writing%3F&diff=10917 2006-11-21T15:28:48Z

<p>Tharrison: </p> <hr /> <div>Writing is a not a process that deals only with a pen and paper; it also involves the brain. Writing is not as easy as it looks, and the toughest part is getting started. The following are some ways that will help writers get started with the writing process.When writing a paper authors have to think about their subject, purpose, and audience. At the beginning of the first paragraph they should try to catch the reader's attention with a short,an clear opening statement. This helps motivate the audience to read more, and makes the over all essay more interesting. <br /> <br /> <br /> == Usage ==<br /> <br /> === Find a focus === <br /> As writers explore their subject, they will begin to see possible ways of focusing their material. At this point a writer should settle on a tentative central idea. For many types of writing, the central idea can be asserted in one sentence, a gerneralization preparing readers for the supporting details that will follow. Such a sentence is called a thesis. The thesis sentence usually contain a controlling idea or a key work that limits its focus. (Hacker 9) <br /> :1. ''Geometric forms known as fractals may have a profound effect on how we view the world, not only in art and film but in many branches of science and technology, from astronomy to economics to predicting the weather.''<br /> Main Focus is the ''beneficial'' aspects of bats, and the effect of fractals on how people view the world. (Hacker 10)<br /> :2. ''Aside from his more famous identies as colonel of the Rough Riders are President of teh United States, Theodore Roosevelt was a lifelong professional man of letters.''<br /> Main Focus is Roosevelt's identity as a writer, or ''man of letters''. (Hacker 10)<br /> <br /> === Find an audience === <br /> It is important for writers to think who they are writing for; therefore, think about who will be interested in the essay? Whom does the essay want to reach? Who will agree with the views in the essay? What sorts of information and evidence will the audience find most compelling? All these questions need to be considered while choosing an audience. (Lunsford 14)<br /> *[http://people.cohums.ohio-state.edu/mccorkle12/images/meeting.gif. Audience]<br /> <br /> === Freewriting ===<br /> You can use prewriting tactics such as freewriting. This helps you to relax and loosen up some before you start writing on your accutal topic. When freewriting you should write non stop for around ten minutes. You can write about anything and you don't have to worry about grammar or wording. It's an exercise that gets your brain working on creating ideas. (Hacker 7)<br /> <br /> === Brainstorm ideas ===<br /> With the focus and [[What is &quot;audience&quot;?|audience]] in mind, writers should come up with related ideas. These ideas will help them construct the body of their essay. The body will support the thesis statement, and it will also tell the reader what to expect as they read on. (Hacker 15)<br /> *[http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l271/szahid/brainstorm.jpg. Brainstorm] <br /> <br /> === Plan on paper ===<br /> Once writer have generated some ideas and formulated a tentative thesis, they may want to sketch an informal outline. Informal outlines can take many forms. Perhaps the most common is simply the preliminary thesis followed by a list of major supporting ideas.<br /> ::::Hawaii is losing its cultural identity.<br /> :::::-pure-blooded Hawaiians increasingly rare<br /> :::::-native language diluted<br /> :::::-natives forced off ancestral lands<br /> :::::-little emphasis on native culture in schools<br /> :::::-customs exaggerated and distorted by tourism<br /> Often used to generate ideas, clustering diargrams can also serve as rough outlines. (Hacker 11)<br /> *[http://www.netsolutionsja.com/mynotes/Software%20Engineering/E%20-%20R%20diagrams.gif. Diagrams] <br /> <br /> === Clean up ===<br /> Make lists, diagrams, or outlines to organize the ideas. An outline may be the most helpful planning material. It will include an introduction with a thesis statement, some arguments with supporting details, and a conclusion. For example, the outline will be like the following: (How do I get started writing)<br /> <br /> 1) [[How do I write a strong introduction?|Introduction]]<br /> A) I love school. [[What is a &quot;thesis statement&quot; and how do I write a strong one?|(Thesis Statement)]]<br /> 2) Arguments<br /> A) I see my friends in school everyday (Add examples)<br /> B) It is fun to have Snack Time. (Add examples)<br /> C) I enjoy sports a lot. (Add examples)<br /> 3) [[How do I write a strong conclusion?|Conclusion]]<br /> A) I wish I can go to school during the summer too. <br /> <br /> === Write the first Draft ===<br /> A writer needs to have all the writing materials- lists, diagrams, and outlines- close at hand when an intial draft is being written. Such planning materials will encourage the writer to keep writing. Include in the draft an introduction with thesis, body paragraphs with supporting details, and a conclusion. For most kinds of writing, an introduction announces a man idea, several body paragraphs develop it, and a conclusion drives it home. A writer can begin drafting, however, at any point. For example, if it is difficult to write an introduction first, save it for later and draft the body first. When finished with the first draft, proofread and edit much as possible. Once the first draft is complete and proofread, continue the writing process with the second draft and then the final. (Hacker 13) <br /> <br /> <br /> == Links == <br /> *[http://www.germaineahoston.com/How%20Do%20I%20Get%20Started%20Writing.pdf. How do I get started writing?]<br /> <br /> == Works Cited == <br /> *Hacker, Diana. ''A Writer's Reference''. 5th Ed. Boston: Bedford/St. Martin's, 2003. <br /> *Lunsford, Andrea A. ''Easy Writer''. 3rd Ed. Boston: Bedford/St. Martin's, 2006.<br /> <br /> <br /> [[Composition FAQ]] <br /> [[Category:Composition|Getting Started]]</div>

Tharrison https://litwiki.org/index.php?title=User_talk:Tharrison&diff=10912 2006-11-21T04:27:32Z

<p>Tharrison: </p> <hr /> <div>When writing a paper authors have to think about their subject, purpose, and audience. At the beginning of the first paragraph they should try to catch the reader's attention with a short,an clear opening statement. This helps motivate the audience to read more, and makes the over all essay more interesting. <br /> <br /> <br /> ----<br /> '''Subject'''<br /> <br /> The subject should contain a noun and assertion. The noun tells the reader what the essay is about and the assertion explains why their writing on that topic.<br /> <br /> <br /> ----<br /> '''Purpose'''<br /> <br /> It's about four different types of reasons an author can use when writing an essay.<br /> <br /> 1. To inform readers? (Hacker pg.4)<br /> <br /> 2. To persuade them? (Hacker pg.4)<br /> <br /> 3. To entertain them? (Hacker pg.4)<br /> <br /> 4. To call them to action? (Hacker pg.4)<br /> <br /> <br /> ----<br /> '''Audience'''<br /> <br /> Once the author starts writing the body of the essay they should keep in mind their audience. They should only try to appeal to that speific group of people. &quot;Authors should consider their relationship with the reader and how informed the reader are about the subject. (Hacker pg.4)<br /> <br /> <br /> ----<br /> '''Work Cited'''<br /> Hacker, Diana. A Writer's Reference. 5th Edition . Boston: Bedford/St. Martin's, 2003</div>

Tharrison https://litwiki.org/index.php?title=User_talk:Tharrison&diff=10911 2006-11-21T04:21:38Z

<p>Tharrison: </p> <hr /> <div>When writing a paper authors have to think about their subject, purpose, and audience. At the beginning of the first paragraph they should try to catch the reader's attention with a short,an clear opening statement. This helps motivate the audience to read more, and makes the over all essay more interesting. <br /> <br /> <br /> ----<br /> '''Subject'''<br /> <br /> The subject should contain a noun and assertion. The noun tells the reader what the essay is about and the assertion explains why their writing on that topic.<br /> <br /> <br /> ----<br /> '''Purpose'''<br /> <br /> It's about four different types of reasons an author can use when writing an essay.<br /> <br /> 1. To inform readers? (Hacker pg.4)<br /> <br /> 2. To persuade them? (Hacker pg.4)<br /> <br /> 3. To entertain them? (Hacker pg.4)<br /> <br /> 4. To call them to action? (Hacker pg.4)<br /> <br /> <br /> ----<br /> '''Audience'''<br /> <br /> Once the author starts writing the body of the essay they should keep in mind their audience. They should only try to appeal to that speific group of people. &quot;Authors should consider their relationship with the reader and how informed the reader are about the subject. (Hacker pg.4)<br /> <br /> <br /> ----<br /> '''Work Cited'''<br /> <br /> Hacker, Diana. A Writer's Reference. 5th Edition Boston:Bedford/St. Martin's 2003</div>

Tharrison https://litwiki.org/index.php?title=User_talk:Tharrison&diff=10910 2006-11-21T04:15:15Z

<p>Tharrison: </p> <hr /> <div>When writing a paper authors have to think about their subject, purpose, and audience. At the beginning of the first paragraph they should try to catch the reader's attention with a short,an clear opening statement. This helps moterivate the audience to read more, and makes the over all essay more interesting. <br /> <br /> <br /> ----<br /> '''Subject'''<br /> <br /> The subject should contain a noun and assertion. The noun tells the reader what the essay is about and the assertion explains why their writing on that topic.<br /> <br /> <br /> ----<br /> '''Purpose'''<br /> <br /> Their are about four different types of reasons an author can use when writing an essay.<br /> <br /> 1. To inform readers?(Hacker pg.4)<br /> <br /> 2. To persuade them?(Hacker pg.4)<br /> <br /> 3. To entertain them?(Hacker pg.4)<br /> <br /> 4. To call them to action?(Hacker pg.4)<br /> <br /> <br /> ----<br /> '''Audience'''<br /> <br /> Once the author starts writing the body of the essay they should keep in mind their audience. They should only try to appeal to that speific group of people. &quot;Authors should consider their relationship with the reader and how informed the reader are about the subject.(Hacker pg.4)<br /> <br /> <br /> ----<br /> '''Work Cited'''<br /> <br /> Hacker, Diana. A Writer's Reference. 5th Edition Boston:Bedford/St. Martin's 2003</div>

Tharrison https://litwiki.org/index.php?title=User_talk:Tharrison&diff=10909 2006-11-21T04:12:15Z

<p>Tharrison: </p> <hr /> <div>When writing a paper authors have to think about their subject, purpose, and audience. At the beginning of the first paragraph they should try to catch the reader's attention with a short,an clear opening statement. This helps moterivate the audience to read more, and makes the over all essay more interesting. <br /> <br /> <br /> ----<br /> '''Subject'''<br /> <br /> The subject should contain a noun and assertion. The noun tells the reader what the essay is about and the assertion explains why their writing on that topic.<br /> <br /> <br /> ----<br /> '''Purpose'''<br /> <br /> Their are about four different types of reasons an author can use when writing an essay.<br /> <br /> 1. To inform readers?(Hacker pg.4)<br /> <br /> 2. To persuade them?(Hacker pg.4)<br /> <br /> 3. To entertain them?(Hacker pg.4)<br /> <br /> 4. To call them to action?(Hacker pg.4)<br /> <br /> <br /> ----<br /> '''Audience'''<br /> <br /> Once the author starts writing the body of the essay they should keep in mind their audience. They should only try to appeal to that speific group of people. &quot;Authors should consider their relationship with the reader and how informed the reader are about the subject.(Hacker pg.4)<br /> <br /> <br /> ----<br /> '''Work Cited'''<br /> <br /> Hacker, Diana A Writer's Reference Fifth Edition</div>

Tharrison https://litwiki.org/index.php?title=User_talk:Tharrison&diff=10908 2006-11-21T04:06:42Z

<p>Tharrison: </p> <hr /> <div>When writing a paper authors have to think about their subject, purpose, and audience. At the beginning of the first paragraph they should try to catch the reader's attention with a short,an clear opening statement. This helps moterivate the audience to read more, and makes the over all essay more interesting. <br /> <br /> <br /> ----<br /> '''Subject'''<br /> <br /> The subject should contain a noun and assertion. The noun tells the reader what the essay is about and the assertion explains why their writing on that topic.<br /> <br /> <br /> ----<br /> '''Purpose'''<br /> <br /> Their are about four different types of reasons an author can use when writing an essay.<br /> <br /> 1. To inform readers?<br /> <br /> 2. To persuade them?<br /> <br /> 3. To entertain them?<br /> <br /> 4. To call them to action?<br /> <br /> <br /> ----<br /> '''Audience'''<br /> <br /> Once the author starts writing the body of the essay they should keep in mind their audience. They should only try to appeal to that speific group of people. &quot;Authors should consider their relationship with the reader and how informed the reader are about the subject.&quot;</div>

Tharrison https://litwiki.org/index.php?title=User_talk:Tharrison&diff=10907 2006-11-21T04:00:01Z

<p>Tharrison: </p> <hr /> <div>When writing a paper authors have to think about their subject, purpose, and audience. At the beginning of the first paragraph they should try to catch the reader's attention with a short,an clear opening statement. This helps moterivate the audience to read more, and makes the over all essay more interesting. <br /> <br /> <br /> ----<br /> '''Subject'''<br /> <br /> The subject should contain a noun and assertion. This tells the reader what the essay is about.<br /> <br /> <br /> ----<br /> '''Purpose'''<br /> <br /> Their are about four different types of reasons an author can use when writing an essay.<br /> <br /> 1. To inform readers?<br /> <br /> 2. To persuade them?<br /> <br /> 3. To entertain them?<br /> <br /> 4. To call them to action?<br /> <br /> <br /> ----<br /> '''Audience'''<br /> <br /> Once the author starts writing the body of the essay they should keep in mind their audience. They should only try to appeal to that speific group of people.</div>

Tharrison https://litwiki.org/index.php?title=User_talk:Tharrison&diff=10906 2006-11-21T03:52:27Z

<p>Tharrison: </p> <hr /> <div>When writing a paper authors have to think about their subject, purpose, and audience. At the beginning of the first paragraph they should try to catch the reader's attention with a short,an clear opening statement. This helps moterivate the audience to read more, and makes the over all essay more interesting. <br /> <br /> <br /> ----<br /> '''Subject'''<br /> The subject should contain a noun and assertion. This tells the reader what the essay is about.<br /> <br /> <br /> ----<br /> '''Purpose'''<br /> Their are about four different types of reasons an author can use when writing an essay.<br /> 1. To inform readers?<br /> 2. To persuade them?<br /> 3. To entertain them?<br /> 4. To call them to action?</div>

Tharrison https://litwiki.org/index.php?title=User:Tharrison&diff=10642 2006-10-10T07:35:03Z

<p>Tharrison: </p> <hr /> <div>What is a Sentence?<br /> A sentence is the major foundation of all essay's. Writer can't express their ideas without the usage of sentences. There are four esstenial purposes of sentences declarative, interrogative, exclamatory,and imperative.(Hacker pg.463) Simple, compound, complex,and compound-complex are all examples of different forms of sentences.(Hacker pg.463)<br /> <br /> <br /> Purpose:<br /> <br /> Declarative sentence: It never gives a command or state a question; it only tells the audience your ideas.<br /> <br /> Ex.The echo always has the last word.(Hacker pg.465)<br /> <br /> Interrogative Sentence: It askes your audience a question relating to your topic.<br /> <br /> Ex.Are second thoughts always wisest?(Hacker pg.465)<br /> <br /> Exclamatory Sentence: It show passion or feeling.<br /> <br /> Ex.I want to wash the flag, not burn it!(Hacker pg.465)<br /> <br /> Imperative Sentence: It gives a command or request.<br /> <br /> Ex.Love your neighbor.(Hacker pg.465)<br /> <br /> Types of Sentences:<br /> <br /> Simple Sentence: It only contains one independent clause.<br /> <br /> Ex.Without music, life would be a mistake.(Hacker pg.464)<br /> <br /> Compound Sentence: It contains two or more independent clauses.<br /> <br /> Ex.One arrow is easily broken, but you can't break a bundle of ten.(Hacker pg.464)<br /> <br /> Complex Sentence: It contains one independent clause and one or more independent clauses.<br /> <br /> Ex.If you scatter thorns, don't go barefoot.(Hacker pg.464)<br /> <br /> Compound-Complex Sentence: It contains two independent clauses and a least one dependent clause.<br /> <br /> Ex.Tell me what you eat, and I will tell you what you are.(Hacker pg.464)<br /> <br /> Three Basic Parts:<br /> <br /> Subject: It's usually the noun or pronoun in the sentence.<br /> <br /> Verb: It expresses the action in the sentence.<br /> <br /> Predicate: It modifies the subject and usually comes right after the verb.<br /> Subject<br /> <br /> Sentences that don't have any of this basic parts are called fragments.<br /> <br /> ----<br /> <br /> <br /> Work Cited<br /> <br /> Hacker, Diana. A Writer's Reference. 5th Edition Boston:Bedford/St. Martin's 2003<br /> <br /> http.www.bloc.co.uk<br /> <br /> http.//blogs.officezealot.com</div>

Tharrison https://litwiki.org/index.php?title=User:Tharrison&diff=10641 2006-10-10T00:49:27Z

<p>Tharrison: </p> <hr /> <div>What is a Sentence?<br /> A sentence is the major foundation of all essay's. Writer can't express their ideas without the usage of sentences. There are four esstenial purposes of sentences declarative, interrogative, exclamatory,and imperative.(Hacker pg.463) Simple, compound, complex,and compound-complex are all examples of different forms of sentences.(Hacker pg.463)<br /> <br /> <br /> Purpose:<br /> <br /> Declarative sentence: It never gives a command or state a question; it only tells the audience your ideas.<br /> <br /> Ex.The echo always has the last word.(Hacker pg.465)<br /> <br /> Interrogative Sentence: It askes your audience a question relating to your topic.<br /> <br /> Ex.Are second thoughts always wisest?(Hacker pg.465)<br /> <br /> Exclamatory Sentence: It show passion or feeling.<br /> <br /> Ex.I want to wash the flag, not burn it!(Hacker pg.465)<br /> <br /> Imperative Sentence: It gives a command or request.<br /> <br /> Ex.Love your neighbor.(Hacker pg.465)<br /> <br /> Types of Sentences:<br /> <br /> Simple Sentence: It only contains one independent clause.<br /> <br /> Ex.Without music, life would be a mistake.(Hacker pg.464)<br /> <br /> Compound Sentence: It contains two or more independent clauses.<br /> <br /> Ex.One arrow is easily broken, but you can't break a bundle of ten.(Hacker pg.464)<br /> <br /> Complex Sentence: It contains one independent clause and one or more independent clauses.<br /> <br /> Ex.If you scatter thorns, don't go barefoot.(Hacker pg.464)<br /> <br /> Compound-Complex Sentence: It contains two independent clauses and a least one dependent clause.<br /> <br /> Ex.Tell me what you eat, and I will tell you what you are.(Hacker pg.464)<br /> <br /> Three Basic Parts:<br /> <br /> Subject: It's usually the noun or pronoun in the sentence.<br /> <br /> Verb: It expresses the action in the sentence.<br /> <br /> Predicate: It modifies the subject and usually comes right after the verb.<br /> Subject<br /> <br /> Sentences that don't have any of this basic parts are called fragments.</div>

Tharrison https://litwiki.org/index.php?title=User:Tharrison&diff=10640 2006-10-10T00:31:02Z

<p>Tharrison: </p> <hr /> <div>What is a Sentence?<br /> A sentence is the major foundation of all essay's. Writer can't express their ideas without the usage of sentences. There are four esstenial purposes of sentences declarative, interrogative, exclamatory,and imperative.(Hacker pg.463) Simple, compound, complex,and compound-complex are all examples of different forms of sentences.(Hacker pg.463)<br /> <br /> <br /> Purpose:<br /> <br /> Declarative sentence: It never gives a command or state a question; it only tells the audience your ideas.<br /> <br /> Ex.The echo always has the last word.(Hacker pg.465)<br /> <br /> Interrogative Sentence: It askes your audience a question relating to your topic.<br /> <br /> Ex.Are second thoughts always wisest?(Hacker pg.465)<br /> <br /> Exclamatory Sentence: It show passion or feeling.<br /> <br /> Ex.I want to wash the flag, not burn it!(Hacker pg.465)<br /> <br /> Imperative Sentence: It gives a command or request.<br /> <br /> Ex.Love your neighbor.(Hacker pg.465)<br /> <br /> Types of Sentences:<br /> <br /> Simple Sentence: It only contains one independent clause.<br /> <br /> Ex.Without music, life would be a mistake.(Hacker pg.464)<br /> <br /> Compound Sentence: It contains two or more independent clauses.<br /> <br /> Ex.One arrow is easily broken, but you can't break a bundle of ten.(Hacker pg.464)<br /> <br /> Complex Sentence: It contains one independent clause and one or more independent clauses.<br /> <br /> Ex.If you scatter thorns, don't go barefoot.(Hacker pg.464)<br /> <br /> Compound-Complex Sentence: It contains two independent clauses and a least one dependent clause.<br /> <br /> Ex.Tell me what you eat, and I will tell you what you are.(Hacker pg.464)<br /> <br /> Three Basic Parts:<br /> <br /> Subject: It's usually the noun or pronoun in the sentence.<br /> <br /> Verb: It expresses the action in the sentence.<br /> <br /> Predicate: It modifies the subject and usually comes right after the verb.<br /> Subject</div>

Tharrison https://litwiki.org/index.php?title=User:Tharrison&diff=10639 2006-10-09T23:38:00Z

<p>Tharrison: </p> <hr /> <div>What is a Sentence?<br /> A sentence is the major foundation of all essay's. Writer can't express their ideas without the usage of sentences. There are four esstenial purposes of sentences declarative, interrogative, exclamatory,and imperative.(Hacker pg.463) Simple, compound, complex,and compound-complex are all examples of different forms of sentences.(Hacker pg.463)<br /> <br /> <br /> Purpose:<br /> <br /> Declarative sentence: It never gives a command or state a question; it only tells the audience your ideas.<br /> <br /> Ex.The echo always has the last word.(Hacker pg.465)<br /> <br /> Interrogative Sentence: It askes your audience a question relating to your topic.<br /> <br /> Ex.Are second thoughts always wisest?(Hacker pg.465)<br /> <br /> Exclamatory Sentence: It show passion or feeling.<br /> <br /> Ex.I want to wash the flag, not burn it!(Hacker pg.465)<br /> <br /> Imperative Sentence: It gives a command or request.<br /> <br /> Ex.Love your neighbor.(Hacker pg.465)<br /> <br /> Types of Sentences:<br /> <br /> Simple Sentence: It only contains one independent clause.<br /> <br /> Ex.Without music, life would be a mistake.(Hacker pg.464)<br /> <br /> Compound Sentence: It contains two or more independent clauses.<br /> <br /> Ex.One arrow is easily broken, but you can't break a bundle of ten.(Hacker pg.464)<br /> <br /> Complex Sentence: It contains one independent clause and one or more independent clauses.<br /> <br /> Ex.If you scatter thorns, don't go barefoot.(Hacker pg.464)<br /> <br /> Compound-Complex Sentence: It contains two independent clauses and a least one dependent clause.<br /> <br /> Ex.Tell me what you eat, and I will tell you what you are.(Hacker pg.464)</div>

Tharrison https://litwiki.org/index.php?title=User:Tharrison&diff=10638 2006-10-09T23:36:32Z

<p>Tharrison: </p> <hr /> <div>What is a Sentence?<br /> A sentence is the major foundation of all essay's. Writer can't express their ideas without the usage of sentences. There are four esstenial purposes of sentences declarative, interrogative, exclamatory,and imperative.(Hacker pg.463) Simple, compound, complex,and compound-complex are all examples of different forms of sentences.(Hacker pg.463)<br /> <br /> <br /> Purpose:<br /> <br /> Declarative sentence: It never gives a command or state a question; it only tells the audience your ideas.<br /> Ex.The echo always has the last word.(Hacker pg.465)<br /> <br /> Interrogative Sentence: It askes your audience a question relating to your topic.<br /> Ex.Are second thoughts always wisest?(Hacker pg.465)<br /> <br /> Exclamatory Sentence: It show passion or feeling.<br /> Ex.I want to wash the flag, not burn it!(Hacker pg.465)<br /> <br /> Imperative Sentence: It gives a command or request.<br /> Ex.Love your neighbor.(Hacker pg.465)<br /> <br /> Types of Sentences:<br /> <br /> Simple Sentence: It only contains one independent clause.<br /> Ex.Without music, life would be a mistake.(Hacker pg.464)<br /> <br /> Compound Sentence: It contains two or more independent clauses.<br /> Ex.One arrow is easily broken, but you can't break a bundle of ten.(Hacker pg.464)<br /> <br /> Complex Sentence: It contains one independent clause and one or more independent clauses.<br /> Ex.If you scatter thorns, don't go barefoot.(Hacker pg.464)<br /> <br /> Compound-Complex Sentence: It contains two independent clauses and a least one dependent clause.<br /> Ex.Tell me what you eat, and I will tell you what you are.(Hacker pg.464)</div>

Tharrison https://litwiki.org/index.php?title=User:Tharrison&diff=10637 2006-10-09T20:06:59Z

<p>Tharrison: </p> <hr /> <div>What is a Sentence?<br /> A sentence is the major foundation of all essay's. Writer can't express their ideas without the usage of sentences. There are four esstenial purposes of sentences declarative, interrogative, exclamatory,and imperative.(Hacker pg.463) Simple, compound, complex,and compound-complex are all examples of different forms of sentences.(Hacker pg.463)<br /> <br /> <br /> Purpose:<br /> <br /> Declarative sentence: It never gives a command or state a question; it only tells the audience your ideas.<br /> <br /> Interrogative Sentence: It askes your audience a question relating to your topic.<br /> <br /> Exclamatory Sentence: It show passion or feeling.<br /> <br /> Imperative Sentence: It gives a command or request.<br /> <br /> Types of Sentences:<br /> <br /> Simple Sentence: It only contains one independent clause.<br /> <br /> Compound Sentence: It contains two or more independent clauses.<br /> <br /> Complex Sentence: It contains one independent clause and one or more independent clauses.<br /> <br /> Compound-Complex Sentence:</div>

Tharrison https://litwiki.org/index.php?title=User:Tharrison&diff=10630 2006-10-08T22:03:48Z

<p>Tharrison: </p> <hr /> <div>What is a Sentence?<br /> A sentence is the major foundation of all essay's. Writer can't express their ideas without the usage of sentences. There are four esstenial purposes of sentences declarative, interrogative, exclamatory,and imperative.(Hacker pg.463) Simple, compound, complex,and compound-complex are all examples of different forms of sentences.(Hacker pg.463)<br /> <br /> <br /> Purpose:<br /> Declarative sentence: It never gives a command or state a question; it only tells the audience your ideas.<br /> <br /> Interrogative sentence: It askes your audience a question relating to your topic.</div>

Tharrison https://litwiki.org/index.php?title=User:Tharrison&diff=10567 2006-09-28T14:45:36Z

<p>Tharrison: </p> <hr /> <div>What is a Sentence?<br /> A sentence is the major foundation of all essay's. Writer can't express their ideas without the usage of sentences. There are four esstenial types of sentences</div>

Tharrison https://litwiki.org/index.php?title=User:Tharrison&diff=10562 2006-09-28T14:36:18Z

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