Author: michelb
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A Kings Taste
Stephen King breaks down the rules to creating a successful writing piece. Meanwhile, Tim Gillespie gives advice to teachers.
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To Each Their Own?
Kyle Wiens and Carmen Bugan show what it takes to have good writing. Is grammar all that matters or is the more to what should be acceptable?
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A Little Pizzazz
Two pieces articulating how to improve ones writing. It starts with yourself and from there the author can understand their audience.
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Weighing the Pros and Cons
Both articles relate how inefficient multitasking can be and how doing one task at a time can increase performance in that one said aspect.
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Teamwork Makes the Dream Work
Rebecca Ingalls stresses the importance of collaboration in the classroom. Arguing how it benefits more then hinders if done correctly.
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Lab Rats: Exhibit Murray
Carol Berkenkotter does a naturalistic writing study on Donald M Murray, an accomplished writer. He’s able to reflect on his writing patterns.
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****** first drafts
Each author gives their view point on the idea of what a first draft should be. Each author is very opinionated in their pieces.
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The Journey of thy Writing Process
E. Shelley Reid gives students a strong foundation for their writing. Giving writers tips to be comfortable and confident in their writing.
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Identity Lock
By reading Elizabeth Wardle and Ann M Penrose’s articles, writers can learn how to develop authority in their writing and find their identity.
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Swale’s Concept
John Swales breaks down the reality of a discourse community and what it entails. Also the idea of genre and specialized language.