Detailed writing strategies for each rhetorical mode in Chapter 3 show students how to handle each writing assignment. Sample outlines for modes in Chapter 3 show students how to organize material. Instruction in critical reading and critical thinking in Chapter 4 helps students detect slanted writing and develop a questioning mind. Boxed checklists for revising, editing, and documentation in Chapters 7 and 9 help students organize their ideas and information and refine their papers. Collaborative activities and exercises encourage students to work together and learn from one another.
Exercises provide writing practice and help students overcome common errors.
Table of Contents Preface. The Planning Process. The Need for Good Writing Skills. Before You Write. Come Up with a Working Thesis.