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Author(s): Randall VanderMey, Verne Meyer, John Van Rys, Patrick Sebranek
ISBN(s): 9780495915836, 0495915831
Edition: 4
File Details: PDF, 28.64 MB
Year: 2011
Language: english
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ISBN 10: 0495915831 
ISBN 13: 9780495915836
Author: Randall VanderMey, Verne Meyer, John Van Rys, Patrick Sebranek

Combining streamlined basic writing instruction with outstanding accessibility, THE COLLEGE WRITER is a fully updated 4-in-1 text–with a Rhetoric, a Reader, a Researcher, and a Handbook–for students at any skill level. The clear visual “at-a-glance” format helps students grasp larger concepts by linking them to pertinent examples. Throughout the text, numerous student and professional writing samples highlight important features of academic and career writing–from using the appropriate voice to how to incorporate references–and offer models for students’ own papers.

The College Writer A Guide to Thinking Writing and Researching 4th Table of contents:

Part 1: Critical Thinking and Writing

  1. Critical Thinking and Writing: What They Are and Why They Matter

    • The Process of Critical Thinking

    • Thinking as a Writer

    • Writing as a Process

    • The Writing Assignment

    • Getting Started

  2. Reading and Analyzing Texts

    • Reading Actively

    • Analyzing a Text

    • Understanding Audience and Purpose

    • Understanding Arguments and Evidence

    • Evaluating the Author’s Claims

  3. Writing Arguments

    • The Basics of Argumentation

    • Making Claims and Supporting Them

    • Organizing and Structuring Arguments

    • Common Logical Fallacies

    • Strengthening Arguments

Part 2: Writing a Research Paper
4. The Research Process: Getting Started

  • Understanding the Research Assignment

  • Choosing a Topic

  • Conducting Preliminary Research

  • Developing a Research Question

  1. Finding Sources: Using the Library and the Internet

    • Library Resources

    • Using Databases

    • Internet Research

    • Evaluating Sources

    • Citing Sources Properly

  2. Evaluating Sources and Integrating Research

    • Evaluating the Reliability of Sources

    • Incorporating Sources into Your Writing

    • Paraphrasing and Summarizing

    • Avoiding Plagiarism

  3. Drafting and Revising the Research Paper

    • Writing the First Draft

    • Organizing the Paper

    • Revising for Clarity and Coherence

    • Proofreading and Editing

Part 3: Writing in College and Beyond
8. Writing for College Courses

  • Understanding Different Types of Assignments

  • Writing Essays

  • Writing Reports

  • Writing Exam Essays

  1. Writing for Professional and Public Audiences

    • Writing for Your Career

    • Writing Business Correspondence

    • Writing for Social Media

  2. Writing in Different Disciplines

    • Writing in the Humanities

    • Writing in the Sciences

    • Writing in the Social Sciences

    • Writing in the Arts and Creative Fields

Part 4: Grammar and Style
11. Grammar Essentials
– Sentence Structure
– Common Grammatical Errors
– Punctuation and Mechanics

  1. Improving Your Style

    • Clarity and Conciseness

    • Word Choice

    • Sentence Variety

    • Avoiding Common Writing Mistakes

Part 5: The Writing Process and Resources
13. The Writing Process: Planning, Drafting, Revising, Editing
– Brainstorming and Outlining
– Writing Your First Draft
– Peer Review and Feedback
– Editing and Finalizing Your Work

  1. Resources for Writers

    • Writing Centers and Tutors

    • Online Resources

    • Writing Groups

    • Citation Guides

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