After reading what was assigned, I decided that Faigley is restating the common knowledge basics of reading and writing that most people fail to pay close attention too. Its seems that many people look past the basics and think to deep, then before you know it you are completetly lost and frustrated; I've been there many times.
Even though what we read was common knowledge, there were still many examples and options throughout the text that I might have never even though about trying. One of those is the simple idea of making an idea web; it really does look like it would benefit me as far as getting ideas down. I also enjoyed his use of pictures throughout the book. It definitely makes the book more appealing to read.
I am terrible at coming up with a decent thesis statement, so the two pages discussing and breaking down exactly how to come up with a thesis statement will be very helpful with my future writing.
Wednesday, January 21, 2009
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