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From Reading to Writing: An ENGL 1101 Coursebook

I. Introduction to College-Level Reading and Writing

1. A Primer for First-Year Composition
   • Ask the Right Questions
   • Plan Before You Write: Prewriting, Drafting
   • Revising, and Editing
2. Read and discuss "College Pressures" by William Zinsser; “The Joy of Reading and Writing” by Sherman Alexie
3. Writing Exercise:

II. Close Reading and Analysis

1. Review the elements of close reading and analysis
   • How to read effectively for understanding
   • How to take effective notes while reading
   • Importance of annotating while reading
2. Read and analyze “Shooting an Elephant” by George Orwell
3. Writing exercise: Students practice close reading and analysis by writing a paragraph about a specific aspect of the essay.

III. Focus Your Topic: Thesis Statement

1. Discuss topics and thesis statements
   • The importance of a strong thesis statement
   • How to develop a thesis statement
   • Strategies for refining your thesis statement
2. Read and analyze: “On the Phenomenon of Bullshit Jobs” by David Graeber
3. Writing exercise:

IV. Argumentation and Persuasion

1. Introduce the principles of argumentation and persuasion
   • Rhetoric and Rhetorical Devices
   • Establishing Credibility
   • Using Logical Arguments
2. Read and analyze "Letter from Birmingham Jail" by Martin Luther King Jr.
3. Writing exercise: Students write a persuasive letter on a current social justice issue.

V. Writing for a Specific Audience

1. Discuss the importance of knowing your audience when writing
   • Understanding the importance of identifying your audience
   • Analyzing your audience’s needs and expectations
   • Tailoring your writing to your audience
2. Read and analyze "Shitty First Drafts" by Anne Lamott
3. Writing exercise: Students write a satirical essay.

VI. Organizing Your Writing

1. Discuss the importance of logical organization
   • How to organize your writing effectively
   • Importance of outlining before writing
   • Tips for organizing paragraphs
2. Read and analyze: "Mother Tongue" by Amy Tan
3. Writing Exercise:

VII. Effective Use of Evidence

1. Discuss the importance of using evidence in your writing
   • Using primary evidence
   • Integrating evidence into your writing effectively
   • Quoting and paraphrasing
2. Read and analyze: “A Case for Reparations” by Ta-Nehisi Coates
3. Writing exercise:

VIII. Research and Synthesis

1. Introduce the basics of research and synthesis
   • Expanding evidence to secondary sources
   • Finding and evaluating sources
   • Incorporating research into your essay
2. Read and analyze "The Ways We Lie" by Stephanie Ericsson
3. Writing exercise: Students conduct research on a topic and write a synthesis essay.

IX. Reflection and Revision

1. Discuss the importance of reflection and revision in the writing process
   • The importance of revising and editing your writing
   • Tips and strategies for effective revision, proofreading, and editing
   • Reflect on and evaluate your writing
2. Read and analyze "This is Water" by David Foster Wallace
3. Writing exercise: Students revise a previous essay and reflect on the changes they made.

X. Narrative and Storytelling

1. Discuss the importance of narrative in writing
   • Considering elements of advanced style and avoiding common pitfalls
   • Choosing an effective tone and point-of-view
   • Using figurative language
2. Read and analyze "The Fourth State of Matter" by Jo Ann Beard
3. Writing exercise: Students write a personal narrative.

Written: 2002, 2022; Revised: 04-30-2023; Version: Beta 0.7

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