The writing can be used for class discussions or formal assignments. 12 new professional and 6 new student essays have been added to this edition. The new professional essays in the Writing Occasions chapters greatly enhance the teachability of that part of the guide. Expanded emphasis on the Internet , in both instruction and assignments, is integrated throughout. New Chapter 15 on Oral Presentations offers practical advice for using writing to support oral presentations.
Additional advice is given on how to prepare and give a speech.
This move emphasizes that much evaluative writing verges into persuasion. Writing and Reading. Computers and Writing. Writing about an Assigned Topic. Sample Student Process-Prewriting.