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Emily Dang December 5, 2017 English 1301 English 1301 is a course specifically designed for students to help them improve their writing skills that is necessary for their future. It is built in a way that stretches the mental abilities and processes when it comes to academic writing. the time a student completes the course, is armed with the required skills to do critical thinking and analysis of various aspects of the course. The course assignments offered in this course are geared towards to the intellectual mind because they tend to be framed in such a manner that leads to a discovery process. This way the understanding of the course materials and the world around them is greatly enhanced. The importance of critical thinking cannot be overstated in writing because all ideas which are later expressed in communication are derived from it. This course, therefore, through critical thinking and expression turns students into intellectuals. Therefore, English 1301 is a course carefully designed to meet and exceed the expectations in developing writing processes, critical thinking capabilities, and communication skills. Materials used in this course are articles which are professionally written instead of specific textbooks. These materials cover all possible aspects of the practice of writing and are best suited for instructional purposes where students get to analyze their depth and range of the purpose, audience, and their techniques in writing. For example, in this course my English professor assigned a writing assignment which is a critical analysis on an article called, Reality TV teaches Us About Influence In the process of writing a critical analysis, the professor gave us plenty of instructions and assignments to help expand our critical thinking skills and see the bigger picture prior to writing our rough drafts. During class, our professor helps us to find the thesis statement which was Russians are running a reality show through Facebook and Twitter, and their contestants are all of (Manjoo para 6). Then the students have to find the claim and evidence outside of class. Students who pass through this course generally do well in academic writing processes from the creation of new ideas to conducting research in this area. working individually, students are able to draft, edit and revise their own essays. Here the students are trained on how to choose an appropriate style of communication that fits their own purposes. There are many modes of expression including descriptive, expositive, narrative, and are developed and practiced to give the learner an advantage when it comes to a clear development of issues and ideas. This is done for written and oral modes of communication. The course places special emphasis on critical and reflective thinking. Active listening has much importance such as offering responses to issues raised. To achieve this the instructor approaches the students as in (Eddleman para 3). This enables the students to bring out their ideas because they are under pressure. Aside from that, in class students hold a discussion on how various authors use the 3 modes of persuasion (ethos, pathos, logos) and figurative language as means of persuading their readers. Through analysis and critically thinking about purpose and audience, the learners are able to get the important connection between the purpose and the audience which is critical for effective communication. To this end, the students are able to appreciate that academic essay writing is a key for learning, communication, and thorough analysis. Lastly, this course is aimed to develop the research capabilities. They learn how to use research work and documentation to support their ideas in writing. Skills like how to Works Citied Eddleman, Karen. English 1301 Course Syllabus Fall 2017, Fall 2017. English Department, Tarleton State University, Stephenville, TX. Microsoft Word File. Manjoo, Farhad. Reality TV Teaches Us About Influence New York Times, 8 Nov. 2017, Accessed 27 November 2017.

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Read the assignment carefully as soon as you receive it. Do not put this task off! Reading the assignment early in the process will save you time, stress, and problems later. An assignment can seem easy at first, especially if the instructions are short. Remember that there may be something that is time sensitive that you'll need to allot for: multiple due dates, required readings, or even new skills to learn.
Ask the instructor about anything you do not understand. Your instructors want you to succeed! If you aren't sure about a part of an assignment, don't be afraid to get more clarification. Both you and and your final grade will be happy if you understand your assignment before progressing down the wrong path.

Ask yourself a few basic questions as you read your assignment:

When is the assignment due?
Present a coherent picture using a variety of sources?
Take materials learned in class and apply it to a new situation?
Decide if you agree with one interpretation more than another?
Using a specific method of analysis on your own body of evidence?
Learning a new skill (e.g. close reading, data analysis)?
MLA is required in ENGL 1301
Who is your primary audience for this assignment?
e.g. Articles, eBooks, Government Documents
How many sources are required?
How long should the paper be?
(e.g. title page, margins, paragraph spacing, font size, pagination, reference list)

It can also be helpful to consider the question: What is my purpose in completing this assignment ? Are you...

being asked to research from a variety of outside sources and present a coherent picture?
to take material I have been learning in class and apply it to a new situation?
deciding whether you agree with one interpretation more than another?
trying out a particular method of analysis on your own body of evidence?
learning a new skill (close reading? data analysis? recognizing the type of questions that can be asked in a particular discipline?)?

If you understand the broader goals of the assignment, you will have an easier time figuring out if you are on the right track. Key words from the assignment can help you figure this out. Look for key terms in the form of active verbs that tell you what to do. Each of these terms can mean something slightly different, depending on the context of the course and the assignment. Again, ask your instructor if you are not sure what the assignment asks you to do.

Common structure elements to look for when reading your assignment:

Title page requirements
Paragraph spacing
Font and font sizes
Reference list/bibliography

If the above are not in your assignment, use the MLA style guidelines on structuring your paper. Be aware that some professors do not have strong preferences as long as you are consistent and fully answer the assignment. Some professors are very specific and will deduct big points for deviations.

If your instructor has told you not to consider sources outside of those specified in the assignment, then you should follow that instruction. In those assignments, the instructor wants to know what you think about the assigned sources and about the question, and they do not want you to bring in other sources.

General Writing Guidelines (These are examples of what not to do!)

Don't use no double negatives .
Make each pronoun agree with their antecedents.
Do not split two complete sentences with a comma, it’s called a comma splice .
About them sentence fragments .
When dangling , watch your participles.
Verbs has got to agree with their subjects.
Don't write run-on sentences they are hard to read.
Don't use commas , which aren't necessary.
Try to not ever split infinitives .
Its important to use your apostrophe's correctly.
Proofread your writing to see if you any words out.
Correct speling is essential.
Eschew ostentatious erudition.
Avoid clichés like the plague.

The answers to these questions will shape how you approach your paper or report.

Most students think of their audience as their instructor. But when writing your paper, it may be helpful to consider your audience as a student in program that is different from yours. In other words, smart enough to understand a clear, logical argument, but not someone who already knows much about your topic. Remember, even if the instructor knows everything there is to know about your paper topic, they still have to read your paper and assess your understanding. In other words, teach the material to your reader .
Tone means the “voice” of your paper. In other words, how do you want to come across to your reader?
Remember you do not want to alienate your reader by sounding condescending or superior, but you don't wanna hit 'em with the "bruh" either.
Some students think the way to sound academic is to use big words. You won't sound tremendously erudite-- you can sound ridiculous, especially if you use the wrong big words.

Keep the following guidelines in mind when addressing your audience:

establish common ground with the readers
show understanding of your readers' background and views
use supporting factual and visual information that will be understood by your audience
adjust language, tone, style, and level of formality to reflect the readers you are addressing
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