Effective Reader/Writer, The Plus NEW MySkillsLab with Pearson eText -- Access Card Package
Published on 11. August 2014
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Unit 1: The Reading and Writing Processes
Module 1: An Introduction to Reading and Writing
Answer the Question: "What the Point of Reading and Writing?"
Connect Reading and Writing
Activate Prior Knowledge during Reading and Writing
Assess the Reading Situation and the Writing Situation
The Topic: What You Read or Write
The Purpose: Why You Read or Write
The Audience: Who You Are as a Reader and Who Reads Your Writing
Reading and Writing Assignments [MySkillsLab logo]
Workshop: Write to Learn
Review Test 1 "Gender and the Work Place"
Review Test 2 "Decision-Making Styles"
Academic Learning Log: Chapter Review [MySkillsLab logo]
Module 2: Use the Reading Process to Comprehend a Point
Answer the Question, "What's the Point of the Reading Process?"
Explain SQ3R as a Reading Process
Before Reading: Survey and Question
Survey
Question
During Reading: Read and Annotate
Read
Annotate
After Reading: Recite and Review
Recite
Review
Reading and Writing Assignments [MySkillsLab logo]
Workshop: Write to Learn
Review Test 1: Aging: Physical Changes
Review Test 2: Parkinson's Disease
Academic Learning Log: Chapter Review [MySkillsLab logo]
Module 3: Use the Writing Process to Make a Point
Answer the Question: "What's the Point of Using the Writing Process?"
Prewrite a Piece of Writing
Asking Questions
Freewriting
Listing
Concept Mapping
Outlining: A Writing Plan
Draft a Piece of Writing
Compose a Main Idea
Supporting and Expanding Your Main Idea Statement into a Draft
Revise a Piece of Writing
Revision Questions
Revision Strategies
Proofread a Piece of Writing
Reading and Writing Assignments [MySkillsLab logo]
Workshop: Compose a Paragraph
Review Test 1 "Technology Is Linked to the Change of One Type of Society to Another"
Review Test 2 "The Beginnings of Culture"
Academic Learning Log: Chapter Review [MySkillsLab logo]
Module 4: Develop a Reading/Writing Strategy
Answer the Question, "What's the Point of Developing a Reading-Writing Strategy?"
Develop a Reading-Writing Strategy
Apply the Reading-Writing Strategy: Before, During, and After Reading
Survey
Question
Read
Annotate
Recite
Review
Brainstorm
Apply the Reading-Writing Strategy: After Reading, Write a Draft
Apply the Reading-Writing Strategy: After Writing, Review, Revise, and Proofread Your Draft
Review
Revise
Proofread
Reading and Writing Assignments [MySkillsLab logo]
Workshop: Develop a Reading-Writing Strategy
Review Test 1 "Five Tips: Getting the Most from Your Credit Card"
Review Test 2 "Using Nonverbal Communication"
Academic Learning Log: Chapter Review [MySkillsLab logo]
Unit 2: Vocabulary
Module 5: Learning and Using New Words
Answer the Question: "What's the Point of Learning and Using New Words?"
Employ Context Clues: A SAGE Approach
Synonyms
Antonyms
General Context
Examples
Analyze Word Parts
Roots
Prefixes
Suffixes
Use a Dictionary
How to Access and Read an Online Dictionary
Spelling and Syllables
Pronunciation
Parts of Speech
Definitions
Use Vocabulary Resources in Textbooks
Be Aware of Content Area Words
Look for Textbook Definitions
Use a Glossary
Reading and Writing Assignments [MySkillsLab logo]
Workshop: Compose a Paragraph
Review Test 1 "Special Effects"
Review Test 2 "Earth's Physical Systems"
Academic Learning Log: Chapter Review [MySkillsLab logo]
Module 6: Word Choice, Tone, and Purpose
Answer the Question: "What's the Point of Word Choice, Tone, and Purpose?"
Connect Topic, Audience, Tone, Purpose, and Word Choice
Use Tone to Comprehend or Make a Point
Use Subjective and Objective Tone Words to Comprehend and Make a Point
Use Formal and Informal Tone Words to Comprehend and Make a Point
Determine the General Purpose to Comprehend and Make a Point
Figure Out the Primary Purpose to to Comprehend and Make a Point
Reading and Writing Assignments [MySkillsLab logo]
Workshop: Compose a Paragraph
Review Test 1 "Is Big Brother Knocking on the Door? Civil Liberties and Homeland Security"
Review Test 2 "Social Class in the United States"
Academic Learning Log: Chapter Review [MySkillsLab logo]
Unit 3: Reading and Writing Paragraphs and Essays
Module 7: Stated Main Ideas in Reading and Writing Paragraphs
Answer the Question, "What's the Point of Main Ideas and Topic Sentences?"
Identify the Three Parts of a Paragraph
Recognize the Traits of a Main Idea
Identify the Topic of a Paragraph
Identify a Topic Sentence
Identify the Flow of Ideas and Placement of Topic Sentences
Topic Sentence at the Beginning of a Paragraph
Topic Sentence Within a Paragraph
Topic Sentence at the End of a Paragraph
Topic Sentence at the Beginning and the End of a Paragraph
Compose a Topic Sentence
Narrow the Topic
Write the Topic Sentence
Reading and Writing Assignments [MySkillsLab logo]
Workshop: Compose a Paragraph
Review Test 1 "Skin Cancer"
Review Test 2 "What is Learning"
Academic Learning Log: Chapter Review [MySkillsLab logo]
Module 8: Supporting Details in Reading and Writing Paragraphs
Answer the Question, "What's the Point of Supporting Details?"
Ask Questions for Locating Supporting Details
Distinguish between Major and Minor Details
Create a Summary from Annotations
Create Logical Order
Develop Relevant and Adequate Details
Analyze the Effectiveness of a Paragraph
Reading and Writing Assignments [MySkillsLab logo]
Workshop: Compose a Paragraph
Review Test 1 "Capitalism: Competing in a Free Market"
Review Test 2 "Family Cohesion"
Academic Learning Log: Chapter Review [MySkillsLab logo]
Module 9: Implied Main Ideas in Reading and Writing Paragraphs
Answer the Question, "What's the Point of Implied Main Ideas?"
Define Implied Main Idea
Use Supporting Details and Thought Patterns to Find Implied Main Ideas
Determine the Implied Main Ideas of Paragraphs
State the Implied Main Idea Based on the Supporting Details
Create a Summary: Implied Main Ideas
Recognize Graphics as Details That Imply a Main Idea
Reading and Writing Assignments [MySkillsLab logo]
Workshop: Compose a Paragraph
Review Test 1 "Smoking-A Life and Breath Decision"
Review Test 2 "Two Types of Language: Denotation and Connotation"
Academic Learning Log: Chapter Review [MySkillsLab logo]
Module 10: Understanding the Essay
Answer the Question, "What's the Point of Understanding the Essay?"
Recognize the Five Parts of an Essay
Identify the Levels of Information in an Essay
Titles, Introductions, and Conclusions
Thesis Statement
Types of Supporting Details
Levels of Supporting Details
The Traits of an Effective Essay
A Clear Point: Main Idea or Thesis Statement
Logical Order
Relevant Details
Effective Expression
Reading and Writing Assignments [MySkillsLab logo]
Workshop: Compose a Paragraph
Review Test 1
Review Test 2
Academic Learning Log: Chapter Review [MySkillsLab logo]
Unit 4: Thought Patterns
Module 11: Transitions and Patterns of Organization: Relationships among Ideas
Answer the Question, "What's the Point of Transitions and Patterns of Organization?"
Determine Relationships within a Sentence: Transition Words
Determine Relationships between Sentences: Patterns of Organization
Use Transitions and Patterns of Organization to Comprehend a Point
Use Transitions and Patterns of Organization to Make a Point
Use Transitions and Patterns of Organization to Create a Writing Plan
Reading and Writing Assignments [MySkillsLab logo]
Workshop: Compose a Paragraph
Review Test 1 "Helping Others Accept Change"
Review Test 2 "Where Are You in Your Career Development Process?"
Academic Learning Log: Chapter Review [MySkillsLab logo]
Module 12: Time Order and Space Order Patterns: Narration, Process, and Description
Answer the Question, "What's the Point of Time Order Patterns of Organization?"
Comprehend Time Order
Narration: A Chain of Events
Process: Steps, Stages, or Directions
Establish Time Order to Make a Point
What's the Point of Narration?
Reading and Writing Assignments: Narration [MySkillsLab logo]
Workshop: Compose a Narrative Paragraph
What's the Point of Process?
Reading and Writing Assignments: Process [MySkillsLab logo]
Workshop 2: Compose a Process Paragraph
Review Test 1 "The General Adaptation Syndrome"
Review Test 2 "Binge Drinking"
Academic Learning Log: Chapter Review [MySkillsLab logo]
Answer the Question, "What's the Point of Description and Space Order Patterns?"
Description: Create a Picture with Words
Comprehend Description
Use Description to Make a Point
Using Space Order
Reading and Writing Assignments: Process [MySkillsLab logo]
Workshop 2: Compose a Descriptive Paragraph
Review Test 1
Review Test 2
Academic Learning Log: Chapter Review [MySkillsLab logo]
Module 13: The Classification Pattern
Answer the Question, "What's the Point of Classification Patterns?"
Classification: Group Ideas
Comprehend Classification
Use Classification to Make a Point
Reading and Writing Assignments: Classification [MySkillsLab logo]
Workshop 2: Compose a Classification Paragraph
Review Test 1
Review Test 2
Academic Learning Log: Chapter Review [MySkillsLab logo]
Module 14: The Example Patterns
Answer the Question, "What's the Point of Example Patterns?"
Exemplification: Illustrate Your Ideas
Comprehend Examples
Use Exemplification to Make a Point
Use Listing
Reading and Writing Assignments: Exemplification [MySkillsLab logo]
Workshop 2: Compose a Exemplification Paragraph
Review Test 1
Review Test 2
Academic Learning Log: Chapter Review [MySkillsLab logo]
Module 15: The Comparison/Contrast Patterns
Answer the Question, "What's the Point of Comparison/Contrast Patterns?"
Comparison/Contrast: Show How Ideas are Similar and Different
Comprehend Comparison/Contrast
Use Comparison/Contrast to Make a Point
Making Comparisons
Contrasting Ideas
Patterns of Comparison/Contrast
Reading and Writing Assignments: Comparison/Contrast [MySkillsLab logo]
Workshop 2: Compose a Comparison/Contrast Paragraph
Review Test 1
Review Test 2
Academic Learning Log: Chapter Review [MySkillsLab logo]
Module 16: The Cause/Effect Patterns
Answer the Question, "What's the Point of Cause/Effect Patterns?"
Cause/Effect: Show How Ideas and Events Impact Each Other
Comprehend Cause/Effect
Use Cause/Effect to Make a Point
Identify Causes
Identify Effects
Patterns of Cause/Effect
Reading and Writing Assignments: Cause/Effect [MySkillsLab logo]
Workshop 2: Compose a Cause/Effect Paragraph
Review Test 1
Review Test 2
Academic Learning Log: Chapter Review [MySkillsLab logo]
Module 17: Combined Patterns
Answer the Question, "What's the Point of Combining Patterns of Organization?"
Comprehend How Patterns Work Together
Develop Your Point in an Essay that Combines Patterns of Organization
Reading and Writing Assignments: Combining Patterns [MySkillsLab logo]
Workshop 2: Compose a Combined Pattern Paragraph
Review Test 1
Review Test 2
Academic Learning Log: Chapter Review [MySkillsLab logo]
Unit 5: Critical Thinking and Argument
Module 18: Fact and Opinion
Answer the Question, "What's the Point Recognizing the Difference Between Fact and Opinion?
Ask Questions to Identify Facts
Note Biased Words to Identify Opinions
Note Qualifiers to Identify Opinions
Think Carefully About Supposed "Facts"
Read Critically: Evaluate Details as Fact or Opinion in Context
Evaluate the Context of the Passage
Evaluate the Context of the Author
Evaluate the Context of the Source
Reading and Writing Assignments: Fact and Opinion [MySkillsLab logo]
Workshop 2: Compose a Paragraph
Review Test 1
Review Test 2
Academic Learning Log: Chapter Review [MySkillsLab logo]
Module 19: Argument
Answer the Question, "What's the Point of Argument?"
Define Argument
Comprehend Argument
Step 1. Identify the Author's Claim and Supports
Step 2. Decide Whether the Supports Are Relevant
Step 3. Decide Whether the Supports Are Adequate
Step 4: Check the Argument for Bias
Use Persuasion to Make a Point
Recognize and Avoid Biased Arguments
What Is a Fallacy in Logical Thought?
What Is Propaganda?
Reading and Writing Assignments: Argument [MySkillsLab logo]
Workshop 2: Compose a Paragraph
Review Test 1
Review Test 2
Academic Learning Log: Chapter Review [MySkillsLab logo]
Module 20: Research and Documentation
Answer the Question, "What's the Point of Research?"
Find and Evaluate Sources
What Kind of Information Do I Need?
Where Can I Find the Information I Need?
How Can I Know the Information I Find Is Reliable or Trustworthy?
Avoid Plagiarism
Think through the Research Writing Process
Sample Student Research Essay
Reading and Writing Assignments: Research [MySkillsLab logo]
Workshop 2: Compose a Paragraph
Review Test 1
Review Test 2
Academic Learning Log: Chapter Review [MySkillsLab logo]
Answer the Question, "What's the Point of Documentation?"
Master the Basics of MLA
In-Text Citations
Works Cited Page
MLA Formats for Non-Web Sources
MLA Formats for Web Sources
Master the Basics of APA
In-Text Citations
References Page
APA Formats for Non-Web Sources
APA Formats for Web Sources
Reading and Writing Assignments: Documentation [MySkillsLab logo]
Workshop 2: Compose a Paragraph
Review Test 1
Review Test 2
Academic Learning Log: Chapter Review [MySkillsLab logo]
Unit 6 Sentence Mastering Grammar, Mechanics, and Style with MyWritingLab
Module 21: Subjects, Verbs, and Simple Sentences
Identify Subjects
Identify Verbs
Recognize and Write Simple Sentences
Module 22: Compound and Complex Sentences
Recognize and Write Compound Sentences
Recognize and Write Complex Sentences
Recognize and Write Compound/Complex Sentences
Module 23: Sentence Variety
Vary Sentence Purpose
Vary Sentence Types
Vary Sentence Openings
Module 24: Sentence Clarity: Point of View, Number, and Tense
Use Consistent Person and Point of View
Use Consistent Number
Use Consistent Tense
Module 25: Parallelism
Use Parallel Words
Use Parallel Phrases
Use Parallel Clauses
Module 26: Comma Splices and Run-ons
Recognize and Correct Comma Splices
Recognize and Correct Fused Sentences
Apply Four Ways to Correct Comma Splices and Fused Sentences
Module 27: Fragments
Recognize Sentences and Fragments
Recognize and Correct Types of Fragments
Module 28: Misplaced and Dangling Modifiers
Recognize and Correct Misplaced Modifiers
Recognize and Correct Dangling Modifiers
Module 29: Subject-Verb Agreement: Present Tense
Recognize Subject-Verb Agreement
Use Key Verbs is the Present Tense: To Have, To Do, To Be
Apply Subject-Verb Agreement Tips
Module 30: The Past Tense of Verbs
Use Regular Verbs in the Past Tense
Use Irregular Verbs in the Past Tense
Module 31: The Past Participle
Use Past Participles of Regular Verbs
Use Past Participles of Irregular Verbs
Use the Present Perfect Tense
Use the Past Perfect Tense
Use the Passive Voice (To Be and the Past Participle)
Use the Past Participle as an Adjective
Module 32: Nouns and Pronouns
Identify Nouns
Identify Pronouns
Module 33: Adjectives and Adverbs
Identify Adjectives
Identify Adverbs
Module 34: The Comma
Use Commas Effectively
Module 35: The Apostrophe
Use the Apostrophe Effectively
Module 36: Quotation Marks
Use Quotation Marks Appropriately
Module 37: End Punctuation: Period, Question Mark, and Exclamation Point
Use Periods Appropriately
Use Question Marks Appropriately
Use Exclamation Points Appropriately
Module 38: Capitalization
Use Capitalization Appropriately
Module 39: Improving Your Spelling
Apply the Rules for Improving Your Spelling
Unit 7 Additional Reading Selections
"Snow" John Haines (description)
"Latino Heritage Month: Who We Are...And Why We Celebrate" Luis J. Rodriguez (narration)
"Camping Out" Earnest Hemingway (process)
"Don't Call Me a Hot Tamale" Judith Ortiz Cofer (illustration)
"Football's Bloodiest Secret" Buzz Bissinger (example)
"Psychological Disorders" Gerrig With Zimbardo
"The Talk of the Sandbox; How Johnny and Suzy's Playground Chatter Prepares Them for Life at the Office" Deborah Tannen (comparison/contrast)
"Why We Crave Horror Movies" Stephen King (cause/effect)
"What Is Poverty?" Jo Goodwin-Parker (definition)
"I Am Adam Lanza's Mother" Liza Long
Unit 1: The Reading and Writing Processes
Module 1: An Introduction to Reading and Writing
Answer the Question: "What the Point of Reading and Writing?"
Connect Reading and Writing
Activate Prior Knowledge during Reading and Writing
Assess the Reading Situation and the Writing Situation
The Topic: What You Read or Write
The Purpose: Why You Read or Write
The Audience: Who You Are as a Reader and Who Reads Your Writing
Reading and Writing Assignments [MySkillsLab logo]
Workshop: Write to Learn
Review Test 1 "Gender and the Work Place"
Review Test 2 "Decision-Making Styles"
Academic Learning Log: Chapter Review [MySkillsLab logo]
Module 2: Use the Reading Process to Comprehend a Point
Answer the Question, "What's the Point of the Reading Process?"
Explain SQ3R as a Reading Process
Before Reading: Survey and Question
Survey
Question
During Reading: Read and Annotate
Read
Annotate
After Reading: Recite and Review
Recite
Review
Reading and Writing Assignments [MySkillsLab logo]
Workshop: Write to Learn
Review Test 1: Aging: Physical Changes
Review Test 2: Parkinson's Disease
Academic Learning Log: Chapter Review [MySkillsLab logo]
Module 3: Use the Writing Process to Make a Point
Answer the Question: "What's the Point of Using the Writing Process?"
Prewrite a Piece of Writing
Asking Questions
Freewriting
Listing
Concept Mapping
Outlining: A Writing Plan
Draft a Piece of Writing
Compose a Main Idea
Supporting and Expanding Your Main Idea Statement into a Draft
Revise a Piece of Writing
Revision Questions
Revision Strategies
Proofread a Piece of Writing
Reading and Writing Assignments [MySkillsLab logo]
Workshop: Compose a Paragraph
Review Test 1 "Technology Is Linked to the Change of One Type of Society to Another"
Review Test 2 "The Beginnings of Culture"
Academic Learning Log: Chapter Review [MySkillsLab logo]
Module 4: Develop a Reading/Writing Strategy
Answer the Question, "What's the Point of Developing a Reading-Writing Strategy?"
Develop a Reading-Writing Strategy
Apply the Reading-Writing Strategy: Before, During, and After Reading
Survey
Question
Read
Annotate
Recite
Review
Brainstorm
Apply the Reading-Writing Strategy: After Reading, Write a Draft
Apply the Reading-Writing Strategy: After Writing, Review, Revise, and Proofread Your Draft
Review
Revise
Proofread
Reading and Writing Assignments [MySkillsLab logo]
Workshop: Develop a Reading-Writing Strategy
Review Test 1 "Five Tips: Getting the Most from Your Credit Card"
Review Test 2 "Using Nonverbal Communication"
Academic Learning Log: Chapter Review [MySkillsLab logo]
Unit 2: Vocabulary
Module 5: Learning and Using New Words
Answer the Question: "What's the Point of Learning and Using New Words?"
Employ Context Clues: A SAGE Approach
Synonyms
Antonyms
General Context
Examples
Analyze Word Parts
Roots
Prefixes
Suffixes
Use a Dictionary
How to Access and Read an Online Dictionary
Spelling and Syllables
Pronunciation
Parts of Speech
Definitions
Use Vocabulary Resources in Textbooks
Be Aware of Content Area Words
Look for Textbook Definitions
Use a Glossary
Reading and Writing Assignments [MySkillsLab logo]
Workshop: Compose a Paragraph
Review Test 1 "Special Effects"
Review Test 2 "Earth's Physical Systems"
Academic Learning Log: Chapter Review [MySkillsLab logo]
Module 6: Word Choice, Tone, and Purpose
Answer the Question: "What's the Point of Word Choice, Tone, and Purpose?"
Connect Topic, Audience, Tone, Purpose, and Word Choice
Use Tone to Comprehend or Make a Point
Use Subjective and Objective Tone Words to Comprehend and Make a Point
Use Formal and Informal Tone Words to Comprehend and Make a Point
Determine the General Purpose to Comprehend and Make a Point
Figure Out the Primary Purpose to to Comprehend and Make a Point
Reading and Writing Assignments [MySkillsLab logo]
Workshop: Compose a Paragraph
Review Test 1 "Is Big Brother Knocking on the Door? Civil Liberties and Homeland Security"
Review Test 2 "Social Class in the United States"
Academic Learning Log: Chapter Review [MySkillsLab logo]
Unit 3: Reading and Writing Paragraphs and Essays
Module 7: Stated Main Ideas in Reading and Writing Paragraphs
Answer the Question, "What's the Point of Main Ideas and Topic Sentences?"
Identify the Three Parts of a Paragraph
Recognize the Traits of a Main Idea
Identify the Topic of a Paragraph
Identify a Topic Sentence
Identify the Flow of Ideas and Placement of Topic Sentences
Topic Sentence at the Beginning of a Paragraph
Topic Sentence Within a Paragraph
Topic Sentence at the End of a Paragraph
Topic Sentence at the Beginning and the End of a Paragraph
Compose a Topic Sentence
Narrow the Topic
Write the Topic Sentence
Reading and Writing Assignments [MySkillsLab logo]
Workshop: Compose a Paragraph
Review Test 1 "Skin Cancer"
Review Test 2 "What is Learning"
Academic Learning Log: Chapter Review [MySkillsLab logo]
Module 8: Supporting Details in Reading and Writing Paragraphs
Answer the Question, "What's the Point of Supporting Details?"
Ask Questions for Locating Supporting Details
Distinguish between Major and Minor Details
Create a Summary from Annotations
Create Logical Order
Develop Relevant and Adequate Details
Analyze the Effectiveness of a Paragraph
Reading and Writing Assignments [MySkillsLab logo]
Workshop: Compose a Paragraph
Review Test 1 "Capitalism: Competing in a Free Market"
Review Test 2 "Family Cohesion"
Academic Learning Log: Chapter Review [MySkillsLab logo]
Module 9: Implied Main Ideas in Reading and Writing Paragraphs
Answer the Question, "What's the Point of Implied Main Ideas?"
Define Implied Main Idea
Use Supporting Details and Thought Patterns to Find Implied Main Ideas
Determine the Implied Main Ideas of Paragraphs
State the Implied Main Idea Based on the Supporting Details
Create a Summary: Implied Main Ideas
Recognize Graphics as Details That Imply a Main Idea
Reading and Writing Assignments [MySkillsLab logo]
Workshop: Compose a Paragraph
Review Test 1 "Smoking-A Life and Breath Decision"
Review Test 2 "Two Types of Language: Denotation and Connotation"
Academic Learning Log: Chapter Review [MySkillsLab logo]
Module 10: Understanding the Essay
Answer the Question, "What's the Point of Understanding the Essay?"
Recognize the Five Parts of an Essay
Identify the Levels of Information in an Essay
Titles, Introductions, and Conclusions
Thesis Statement
Types of Supporting Details
Levels of Supporting Details
The Traits of an Effective Essay
A Clear Point: Main Idea or Thesis Statement
Logical Order
Relevant Details
Effective Expression
Reading and Writing Assignments [MySkillsLab logo]
Workshop: Compose a Paragraph
Review Test 1
Review Test 2
Academic Learning Log: Chapter Review [MySkillsLab logo]
Unit 4: Thought Patterns
Module 11: Transitions and Patterns of Organization: Relationships among Ideas
Answer the Question, "What's the Point of Transitions and Patterns of Organization?"
Determine Relationships within a Sentence: Transition Words
Determine Relationships between Sentences: Patterns of Organization
Use Transitions and Patterns of Organization to Comprehend a Point
Use Transitions and Patterns of Organization to Make a Point
Use Transitions and Patterns of Organization to Create a Writing Plan
Reading and Writing Assignments [MySkillsLab logo]
Workshop: Compose a Paragraph
Review Test 1 "Helping Others Accept Change"
Review Test 2 "Where Are You in Your Career Development Process?"
Academic Learning Log: Chapter Review [MySkillsLab logo]
Module 12: Time Order and Space Order Patterns: Narration, Process, and Description
Answer the Question, "What's the Point of Time Order Patterns of Organization?"
Comprehend Time Order
Narration: A Chain of Events
Process: Steps, Stages, or Directions
Establish Time Order to Make a Point
What's the Point of Narration?
Reading and Writing Assignments: Narration [MySkillsLab logo]
Workshop: Compose a Narrative Paragraph
What's the Point of Process?
Reading and Writing Assignments: Process [MySkillsLab logo]
Workshop 2: Compose a Process Paragraph
Review Test 1 "The General Adaptation Syndrome"
Review Test 2 "Binge Drinking"
Academic Learning Log: Chapter Review [MySkillsLab logo]
Answer the Question, "What's the Point of Description and Space Order Patterns?"
Description: Create a Picture with Words
Comprehend Description
Use Description to Make a Point
Using Space Order
Reading and Writing Assignments: Process [MySkillsLab logo]
Workshop 2: Compose a Descriptive Paragraph
Review Test 1
Review Test 2
Academic Learning Log: Chapter Review [MySkillsLab logo]
Module 13: The Classification Pattern
Answer the Question, "What's the Point of Classification Patterns?"
Classification: Group Ideas
Comprehend Classification
Use Classification to Make a Point
Reading and Writing Assignments: Classification [MySkillsLab logo]
Workshop 2: Compose a Classification Paragraph
Review Test 1
Review Test 2
Academic Learning Log: Chapter Review [MySkillsLab logo]
Module 14: The Example Patterns
Answer the Question, "What's the Point of Example Patterns?"
Exemplification: Illustrate Your Ideas
Comprehend Examples
Use Exemplification to Make a Point
Use Listing
Reading and Writing Assignments: Exemplification [MySkillsLab logo]
Workshop 2: Compose a Exemplification Paragraph
Review Test 1
Review Test 2
Academic Learning Log: Chapter Review [MySkillsLab logo]
Module 15: The Comparison/Contrast Patterns
Answer the Question, "What's the Point of Comparison/Contrast Patterns?"
Comparison/Contrast: Show How Ideas are Similar and Different
Comprehend Comparison/Contrast
Use Comparison/Contrast to Make a Point
Making Comparisons
Contrasting Ideas
Patterns of Comparison/Contrast
Reading and Writing Assignments: Comparison/Contrast [MySkillsLab logo]
Workshop 2: Compose a Comparison/Contrast Paragraph
Review Test 1
Review Test 2
Academic Learning Log: Chapter Review [MySkillsLab logo]
Module 16: The Cause/Effect Patterns
Answer the Question, "What's the Point of Cause/Effect Patterns?"
Cause/Effect: Show How Ideas and Events Impact Each Other
Comprehend Cause/Effect
Use Cause/Effect to Make a Point
Identify Causes
Identify Effects
Patterns of Cause/Effect
Reading and Writing Assignments: Cause/Effect [MySkillsLab logo]
Workshop 2: Compose a Cause/Effect Paragraph
Review Test 1
Review Test 2
Academic Learning Log: Chapter Review [MySkillsLab logo]
Module 17: Combined Patterns
Answer the Question, "What's the Point of Combining Patterns of Organization?"
Comprehend How Patterns Work Together
Develop Your Point in an Essay that Combines Patterns of Organization
Reading and Writing Assignments: Combining Patterns [MySkillsLab logo]
Workshop 2: Compose a Combined Pattern Paragraph
Review Test 1
Review Test 2
Academic Learning Log: Chapter Review [MySkillsLab logo]
Unit 5: Critical Thinking and Argument
Module 18: Fact and Opinion
Answer the Question, "What's the Point Recognizing the Difference Between Fact and Opinion?
Ask Questions to Identify Facts
Note Biased Words to Identify Opinions
Note Qualifiers to Identify Opinions
Think Carefully About Supposed "Facts"
Read Critically: Evaluate Details as Fact or Opinion in Context
Evaluate the Context of the Passage
Evaluate the Context of the Author
Evaluate the Context of the Source
Reading and Writing Assignments: Fact and Opinion [MySkillsLab logo]
Workshop 2: Compose a Paragraph
Review Test 1
Review Test 2
Academic Learning Log: Chapter Review [MySkillsLab logo]
Module 19: Argument
Answer the Question, "What's the Point of Argument?"
Define Argument
Comprehend Argument
Step 1. Identify the Author's Claim and Supports
Step 2. Decide Whether the Supports Are Relevant
Step 3. Decide Whether the Supports Are Adequate
Step 4: Check the Argument for Bias
Use Persuasion to Make a Point
Recognize and Avoid Biased Arguments
What Is a Fallacy in Logical Thought?
What Is Propaganda?
Reading and Writing Assignments: Argument [MySkillsLab logo]
Workshop 2: Compose a Paragraph
Review Test 1
Review Test 2
Academic Learning Log: Chapter Review [MySkillsLab logo]
Module 20: Research and Documentation
Answer the Question, "What's the Point of Research?"
Find and Evaluate Sources
What Kind of Information Do I Need?
Where Can I Find the Information I Need?
How Can I Know the Information I Find Is Reliable or Trustworthy?
Avoid Plagiarism
Think through the Research Writing Process
Sample Student Research Essay
Reading and Writing Assignments: Research [MySkillsLab logo]
Workshop 2: Compose a Paragraph
Review Test 1
Review Test 2
Academic Learning Log: Chapter Review [MySkillsLab logo]
Answer the Question, "What's the Point of Documentation?"
Master the Basics of MLA
In-Text Citations
Works Cited Page
MLA Formats for Non-Web Sources
MLA Formats for Web Sources
Master the Basics of APA
In-Text Citations
References Page
APA Formats for Non-Web Sources
APA Formats for Web Sources
Reading and Writing Assignments: Documentation [MySkillsLab logo]
Workshop 2: Compose a Paragraph
Review Test 1
Review Test 2
Academic Learning Log: Chapter Review [MySkillsLab logo]
Unit 6 Sentence Mastering Grammar, Mechanics, and Style with MyWritingLab
Module 21: Subjects, Verbs, and Simple Sentences
Identify Subjects
Identify Verbs
Recognize and Write Simple Sentences
Module 22: Compound and Complex Sentences
Recognize and Write Compound Sentences
Recognize and Write Complex Sentences
Recognize and Write Compound/Complex Sentences
Module 23: Sentence Variety
Vary Sentence Purpose
Vary Sentence Types
Vary Sentence Openings
Module 24: Sentence Clarity: Point of View, Number, and Tense
Use Consistent Person and Point of View
Use Consistent Number
Use Consistent Tense
Module 25: Parallelism
Use Parallel Words
Use Parallel Phrases
Use Parallel Clauses
Module 26: Comma Splices and Run-ons
Recognize and Correct Comma Splices
Recognize and Correct Fused Sentences
Apply Four Ways to Correct Comma Splices and Fused Sentences
Module 27: Fragments
Recognize Sentences and Fragments
Recognize and Correct Types of Fragments
Module 28: Misplaced and Dangling Modifiers
Recognize and Correct Misplaced Modifiers
Recognize and Correct Dangling Modifiers
Module 29: Subject-Verb Agreement: Present Tense
Recognize Subject-Verb Agreement
Use Key Verbs is the Present Tense: To Have, To Do, To Be
Apply Subject-Verb Agreement Tips
Module 30: The Past Tense of Verbs
Use Regular Verbs in the Past Tense
Use Irregular Verbs in the Past Tense
Module 31: The Past Participle
Use Past Participles of Regular Verbs
Use Past Participles of Irregular Verbs
Use the Present Perfect Tense
Use the Past Perfect Tense
Use the Passive Voice (To Be and the Past Participle)
Use the Past Participle as an Adjective
Module 32: Nouns and Pronouns
Identify Nouns
Identify Pronouns
Module 33: Adjectives and Adverbs
Identify Adjectives
Identify Adverbs
Module 34: The Comma
Use Commas Effectively
Module 35: The Apostrophe
Use the Apostrophe Effectively
Module 36: Quotation Marks
Use Quotation Marks Appropriately
Module 37: End Punctuation: Period, Question Mark, and Exclamation Point
Use Periods Appropriately
Use Question Marks Appropriately
Use Exclamation Points Appropriately
Module 38: Capitalization
Use Capitalization Appropriately
Module 39: Improving Your Spelling
Apply the Rules for Improving Your Spelling
Unit 7 Additional Reading Selections
"Snow" John Haines (description)
"Latino Heritage Month: Who We Are...And Why We Celebrate" Luis J. Rodriguez (narration)
"Camping Out" Earnest Hemingway (process)
"Don't Call Me a Hot Tamale" Judith Ortiz Cofer (illustration)
"Football's Bloodiest Secret" Buzz Bissinger (example)
"Psychological Disorders" Gerrig With Zimbardo
"The Talk of the Sandbox; How Johnny and Suzy's Playground Chatter Prepares Them for Life at the Office" Deborah Tannen (comparison/contrast)
"Why We Crave Horror Movies" Stephen King (cause/effect)
"What Is Poverty?" Jo Goodwin-Parker (definition)
"I Am Adam Lanza's Mother" Liza Long