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- https://human.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Composition/Introductory_Composition/The_Anti-Textbook_of_Writing_(Priebe)/05%3A_Genres/5.02%3A_Annotated_BibliographyThe purpose of an annotation is to describe the work in such a way that the reader can decide whether or not to read the work itself. Read as much of the book or article (or watch the video/listen to ...The purpose of an annotation is to describe the work in such a way that the reader can decide whether or not to read the work itself. Read as much of the book or article (or watch the video/listen to the podcast) as is necessary to understand its content. Grab the attention of the reader at the beginning of the annotation.
- https://human.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Composition/Introductory_Composition/The_Anti-Textbook_of_Writing_(Priebe)/zz%3A_Back_Matter
- https://human.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Composition/Introductory_Composition/The_Anti-Textbook_of_Writing_(Priebe)/08%3A_NERDHowever, a technique called sentence combining (where students take a series of short sentences and combine them into longer ones, using a mix of clauses, phrases, and linking punctuation) did fairly ...However, a technique called sentence combining (where students take a series of short sentences and combine them into longer ones, using a mix of clauses, phrases, and linking punctuation) did fairly well in multiple studies of student writing.192 In other words, students who did sentence combining (crafting short sentences into longer ones, actively manipulating sections of sentences,193 rearranging clauses and phrases, adding or deleting modifying words, and punctuating the long…
- https://human.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Composition/Introductory_Composition/The_Anti-Textbook_of_Writing_(Priebe)/05%3A_Genres/5.23%3A_Text_MessageThe development of textese is often discussed with respect to its history and its parallel development with internet slang as part of internet linguistics. “But it is merely the latest manifestation o...The development of textese is often discussed with respect to its history and its parallel development with internet slang as part of internet linguistics. “But it is merely the latest manifestation of the human ability to be linguistically creative and to adapt language to suit the demands of diverse settings.
- https://human.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Composition/Introductory_Composition/The_Anti-Textbook_of_Writing_(Priebe)/12%3A_Bonus_Features157 Since the textbook’s focus is genres, these “extra” strategies might fall to the wayside, but still may be used and useful to teachers and students alike. You never know when you need to re...157 Since the textbook’s focus is genres, these “extra” strategies might fall to the wayside, but still may be used and useful to teachers and students alike. You never know when you need to review how to format dialogue… or what HUMOR might look like as a strategy. 157Great example of a humorous tweet, no?
- https://human.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Composition/Introductory_Composition/The_Anti-Textbook_of_Writing_(Priebe)/10%3A_Bonus_Features/10.01%3A_More_on_the_Writing_ProcessFor instance,75 one can approach the writing process as a sequence of steps that should follow a strict order: Have and refine an idea, conduct all the research, write a complete draft from the...For instance,75 one can approach the writing process as a sequence of steps that should follow a strict order: Have and refine an idea, conduct all the research, write a complete draft from the beginning to the end, revise the draft, edit it, and let it go.
- https://human.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Composition/Introductory_Composition/The_Anti-Textbook_of_Writing_(Priebe)/03%3A_The_Writing_Process/3.05%3A_EditingEditing involves a number of small changes in a draft that can make a big difference in the draft’s readability and coherence. Editing can happen at several points in the drafting and revision process...Editing involves a number of small changes in a draft that can make a big difference in the draft’s readability and coherence. Editing can happen at several points in the drafting and revision processes – not just at the end to “fix” things that are wrong. When editing the content of your writing, it is important to make sure your work has a clear focus or main idea. The following is a checklist you can use in editing your content:
- https://human.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Composition/Introductory_Composition/The_Anti-Textbook_of_Writing_(Priebe)/02%3A_Introductionyou should know and think about before beginning to practice. It’s kind of lengthy, BUT it’s broken up by exercises, so maybe you read a little bit and then do some writing and then read some more bit...you should know and think about before beginning to practice. It’s kind of lengthy, BUT it’s broken up by exercises, so maybe you read a little bit and then do some writing and then read some more bits and do some more writing, depending on what your teacher “assigns.”
- https://human.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Composition/Introductory_Composition/The_Anti-Textbook_of_Writing_(Priebe)/05%3A_GenresThe following genres are listed and explained in alphabetical order. Well, just like in music, they are categories. In this case, they are categories of writing where the audiences can vary as well as...The following genres are listed and explained in alphabetical order. Well, just like in music, they are categories. In this case, they are categories of writing where the audiences can vary as well as the content and structure. Think of techno or rap or pop music; the content of all of those music genres is different than country music, yes? But it’s all under the umbrella of music. And yes, there is sometimes overlap between writing genres just like there is with musical genres.
- https://human.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Composition/Introductory_Composition/The_Anti-Textbook_of_Writing_(Priebe)/05%3A_Genres/5.04%3A_Business_PlanBy the time you’ve reached this stage of thinking about your potential business concept, you’ll probably have a good idea of the number of people you’ll need and the skills they’ll require to get your...By the time you’ve reached this stage of thinking about your potential business concept, you’ll probably have a good idea of the number of people you’ll need and the skills they’ll require to get your enterprise up and running. *The executive summary should be less about the nitty-gritty details of operations and more about your grand vision for the company and where it is headed.
- https://human.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Composition/Introductory_Composition/The_Anti-Textbook_of_Writing_(Priebe)/02%3A_Introduction/2.04%3A_The_White_People_LanguageWhile code-switching is meant to empower people, it is still rooted in the mentality that there is one correct way of writing, because even as code-switching teaches an incredibly nuanced way of think...While code-switching is meant to empower people, it is still rooted in the mentality that there is one correct way of writing, because even as code-switching teaches an incredibly nuanced way of thinking about writing, it is still being taught in the context of preparing writers to deal with a society that will use errors in speaking as evidence that they are lesser.