The Writing Process Powerpoint Presentation

Rhetorical Mode | Criteria | Points Possible | Points Earned | Narration | * Explains why it is used * Explains Organizational Method * Provides 2 tips for writing | 6 | 6 | Illustration | * Explains why it is used * Explains Organizational Method * Provides 2 tips for writing | 6 | 6 | Description | * Explains why it is used * Explains Organizational Method * Provides 2 tips for writing | 6 | 6 | Classification | * Explains why it is used * Explains Organizational Method * Provides 2 tips for writing | 6 | 6 | Process Analysis | * Explains why it is used * Explains Organizational Method * Provides 2 tips for writing | 6 | 6 | Definition | * Explains why it is used * Explains Organizational Method * Provides 2 tips for writing | 6 | 6 | Comparison-Contrast | * Explains why it is used * Explains Organizational Method * Provides 2 tips for writing | 6 | 6 | Cause- Effect | * Explains why it is used * Explains Organizational Method * Provides 2 tips for writing | 6 | 6 | Persuasion | * Explains why it is used * Explains Organizational Method * Provides 2 tips for writing | 6 | 6 | All modes | Document is appropriately formatted and includes correct grammar/mechanics | 6 | 6 | Comments: You have done a nice job with this! You have correctly explained the use of each method and you provided some great tips for writing. Were there any that were more difficult to get a handle on? Do you feel that understanding these modes will make you a better writer? | 60 | 60 |

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Appendix C

Rhetorical Modes Matrix

Rhetorical modes are methods for effectively communicating through language and writing. Complete the following chart to identify the purpose and structure of the various rhetorical modes used in academic writing. Provide at least 2 tips for writing each type of rhetorical device.

Rhetorical Mode | * Purpose – Explain when or why each rhetorical mode is used. | Structure – Explain what organizational method works best with each rhetorical mode. | Provide 2 tips for writing in each rhetorical mode. | Narration | The art of telling stories about events or incidents that took place, stories can be factual or fictional depending upon writer’s purpose. A biography is a factual story. A novel would be fictional. | Chronological order conveys narrative events and how they unfold first to last. Stories fact or fictional typically have a beginning, a middle, and at end.The use of transitional words and phrases keeps the essay oriented. The body includes plot, characters, conflict, and themes. | Use the human senses sound, sight, smell, taste, and touch to create details. Know what the purpose is from the beginning. It is important to tell the history in exact order. | Illustration | Clearly demonstrates and supports a point through the use of evidence using the controlling idea within the thesis. A writer can use different types of evidence to support his or her thesis. | Thesis or controlling idea is at the beginning and the thesis statement is one sentence long. The evidence is presented in the body paragraphs to support the thesis. Supporting the main point with strong evidence first or starting with less evidence to gradually build stronger evidence. | Do not insult your reader’s intelligence by over explaining concepts. Use various phrases in the illustration in an articulate manner | Description | Using sensory details to describe about a person, place or object. Structure is flexible than in other rhetorical modes. Introduction sets up the tone and point of the essay. Thesis will convey the overall impression of the person, place, or object that is described in the body paragraphs. | Spatial order organizes the arrangement of ideas according to physical characteristics or appearance The organization moves from top to bottom, or left to right, or far to near, or warm to cold and so on. After choosing the person, place or object that will be described then you figure out your overall impression which serves as the thesis. Every part of the essay is filled with vivid sensory details. | Avoid adjectives that can mean different things to different people these are “empty” descriptors. Using these words can lead to confusion and misreads. | Classification | Breaking a subject down into smaller, more manageable and more specific parts. Classifying things without having thought about it. | Start with a charming introduction to introduce the general topic that will be divided into smaller subcategories within the body of the essay. Using strong detail, examples, and explanations. It includes a topic, subtopics, and the reason for breaking the topic down. Thesis statements often depend on audience and purpose. The thesis will contain three elements in the writing classification. Connecting all subcategories with the topic will be the conclusion. | Choosing topics that are familiar to you. To enhance the essay add interesting parts and insights. Break down any given topic at least three different ways this avoids overly simplistic classification. | Processanalysis | To explain how to do something and/or how something works. Everything that is done uses a step-by-step- process. The process is articulated in clear definitive steps. Putting directions together to instruct others in completing a task. | Opens with a discussion of the process and the thesis statement that states the goal of the process. Introduces readers to the process and goal of the process. Using chronological order in the body paragraphs to organize the step-by-step process. Use time transition words and phrases to state strong details and clear examples that help the reader familiarize themselves with the process. Conclusion describes the result at the end of process. | Have another person read your process analysis to make sure there are no confusing areas. To get your idea across do not get close to a subject. | Definition | Self-explanatory to simply define something. Defining circumstances, conditions, or settings in which something occurs or exists. In terms to an individual or collective group. | Introduction opens with a general discussion to define the term. The thesis states your definition of the term. The body paragraphs content will explain the rationale for the definition given using different aspects. The conclusion will reinforce thesis and definition. Use examples to illustrate and support the term and definition using clear identifications. | Write about ideas that have personal values and importance using the concepts that have personal stakes. Establish functional context from the beginning so that the reader will be oriented and have no misunderstandings. | Compare andcontrast | Analyzes two subjects by either comparing them or contrasting them or both. By illuminating subtle differences or unexpected similarities without stating the obvious. The audience can understand the category by the distinction between elements in a similar category. To discuss things that are in nature the writing is comparison. To discuss different things the writing is contrast. | The organizational structure depends upon the nature of topic, purpose, and audience. The thesis states the subjects that are being compared/ and/or contrasted. And what is to be learned from doing so. Organized by subject or point-by-point. Subjects themselves, or one then the other. Individual points, discussing each subject in relation to each point. Summarize main points and reinforce thesis in the conclusion. | Consider your approach to the subjects and the nature of the subjects themselves when deciding upon the organizational method to use. To cue the reader be sure to use comparison and contrast phrases that will show the way you analyzed the relationship between the subjects. | | | | | Cause andeffect | Tries to determine how various phenomena are related in terms of origins and results. The event or condition that produces something is known as a cause. The results from the event or condition is known as the effect. | Choose an event or condition that has an interesting relationship between cause-and-effect. Introduce the topic that will engage the audience. Introduction will end with a thesis that states the main cause(s), main effect(s), or both. Organize by either starting with the cause-then-effect structure or the effect-then-cause structure. Each section clearly explains and supports the causes and effects using a full range of evidence. Use phrases of causation to forge connections between various events or conditions. The conclusion summarizes main points and reinforces the thesis at the end of the essay. | Claim one of a number of causes or effects to be primary, or main, cause and effect when formulating the thesis. Do not use the option of empty speculation or guess unsubstantially. | Persuasion | To convince, motivate, or move readers toward a certain point of views or opinions. To act in the way of persuasion that will imply more than one opinion on the subject that’s argued. A reasoned opinion supported and explained by evidence is known as an argument. | There are five features that are the structure of a persuasive essay they include: * Introduction and thesis * Opposing and qualifying ideas * Strong evidence in support of claim * Style and tone of language * A compelling conclusion | Avoid using a negative claim for the thesis. Use persuasive arguments to make a positive case. |