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.
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Good, concise summary of some of Faigley's salient points, Jessica. I hope you do try an idea web and some of his other suggestions and see what works for you.
ReplyDeleteI'm glad you noticed the way he uses visual rhetoric, too. It really helps him make his point and communicate what he wants to say. He's a great example of what he's talking about!
We'll practice thesis statements and look at lots of examples, don't worry. By the end of the semester you should have a better idea of how to write them yourself, but it does take time and lots of experimentation.
Seems like the thesis statement is a general theme for all of us! :P
ReplyDeleteGood point, Quenton. This will continue to be a focus on this in our class discussions and hopefully by the end of the semester you'll have a better idea of what a good thesis statement can look like.
ReplyDeleteyeah i truly agree the thesis statement has been my enemy since i started writing
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