Basics and beyond : paragraph and essay strategies by
Written by a highly experienced instructor, Basics and Beyond will gradually guide students from short readings and comprehension exercises through to writing paragraphs and essays, emphasizing critical thinking skills throughout. With high-interest readings, a 'friendly' writing style, appealing activities and exercises, and a compact format, this new text will quickly become students' favourite reference guide for writing.
Essay Writing Skills by
Writing essays is a major part of many further education courses. In coursework assignments, dissertations and exams, a well-written essay can make the difference between a pass and a fail, and these essays provide you with the stepping stones that take you towards the degree, qualification and career that you desire. Nothing will expose your uncertainty or lack of knowledge more than a poorly written essay; what Essay Writing Skills does is let you know what is expected of you and how best to go about your research, thus allowing you to get on top of your workload quickly. Essay Writing Skills offers practical and proven ways to maximise your success in all aspects of essay writing. From planning your first essay to assessing primary and secondary sources, it will help you to write in a systematic way that presents a convincing and academically sound argument. A comprehensive guide, it provides guidance and advice on good research techniques, grammar and accuracy, creating an essay plan and correctly citing your sources. It also includes a range of real life example essays and insider knowledge on how your essays are assessed, Essay Writing Skills is an indispensible source of advice, making the writing process clear and manageable to help you improve the quality of your written work.
Reading, Writing and Reasoning by
""A concise and useful guide, which provides an overview of the skills necessary to good reviewing ... Dealing clearly with traditional sources such as books and journals alongside recent developments such as wikis, blogs, and other online material, this handbook provides students with not only the basics, but guidance on the evolving issues in research dissemination and literature reviewing." Daniel Zahra, Student, University of Plymouth, UK " What do you have to do to achieve success in your university studies? Many students find the 'step up' from school or college work to university study a challenge. The same is frequently true for those returning to study after time spent in the workplace. If you find yourself in either of these situations then this is the book for you. Straightforward and sympathetic, this accessible handbook will help you to develop the essential skills in three of the core aspects of university study: reading, writing and reasoning. Drawing on a wealth of experience of working with students in a variety of settings, Gavin Fairbairn and Christopher Winch have completely revised and updated this best selling text. It is packed with practical advice, examples and exercises that will be invaluable for all students and assist in developing effective reading practices, high quality academic writing and critical thinking skills. The new edition contains: Expanded coverage on plagiarism and how to avoid it Additional guidance on structuring writing Suggestions for overcoming writer's block Tasks designed to reflect on key issues and practice skills Guidance for tutors on how to help students
Thinking for Yourself by
This book teaches students standards for evaluating the thinking of others as they engage in critical reading. Moving from the simple to the complex, the book begins with such basics as distinguishing fact from opinion in preparation for developing more advanced cognitive skills. Each chapter builds on previously developed skills, reinforcing the connections through exercises and writing assignments. With its lucid exposition, real-world examples, and engaging mix of cartoons, multicultural readings and exercises, this ground-breaking book helps students write more clearly by showing them how to focus on their own thinking and perception.
Total Literacy Techniques by
This book provides 3rd through 12th grade teachers with more than 50 tools and techniques for helping their students read independently and critically.
Why use this strategy: Essay writing requires a plan. Use the PLAN strategy to generate, organize and expand your ideas before you start writing your essay.
Materials you’ll need: Your essay assignment, brainstorming tools (Inspiration, markers and big paper), writing tools (computer, pen and paper)
Steps in this strategy:
Next try the WRITE strategy
Why use this strategy: Use the WRITE strategy to compose your expository essay. This strategy builds on the PLAN strategy.
Materials you’ll need: Your PLAN, your essay assignment, brainstorming tools (Inspiration, markers and big paper), writing tools (computer, pen and paper)
Steps in this strategy:
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