Along These Lines
Pearson (Verlag)
978-0-13-475890-9 (ISBN)
Effective writers are effective learners
Clear, effective writing is an increasingly important skill in today’s world. With its intensive coverage of the writing process, Along These Lines: Writing Paragraphs and Essays, 8th Edition, helps developing writers acquire and improve their skills to become more effective writers – and more effective learners. Biays and Wershoven guide readers, step by step, through the writing process with in¿-depth instruction on grammar and a proven focus on developing effective paragraphs and essays.
Each chapter offers numerous individual and collaborative exercises, along with contextualized practical writing applications – such as workplace writing, personal writing, and classroom¿-centered academic material. Self-¿contained chapters provide a flexible framework that can accommodate various learning styles and instructional preferences. Encouraging critical thinking and personal engagement, the authors provide invaluable resources, interactive exercises, and continual reinforcement to give writers a solid foundation for future success.
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PART 1 – WRITING IN STAGES: THE PROCESS APPROACH
Writing a Paragraph
Illustration
Description
Narration
Process
Comparison and Contrast
Classification
Definition
Cause and Effect
Argument
Writing an Essay
Different Essay Patterns: Part One
Different Essay Patterns: Part Two
Using Research to Strengthen Essays
Writing from Reading
PART 2 – GRAMMAR FOR WRITERS
The Simple Sentence
Beyond the Simple Sentence: Coordination
Avoiding Run-On Sentences and Comma Splices
Beyond the Simple Sentence: Subordination
Avoiding Sentence Fragments
Using Parallelism in Sentences
Using Adjectives and Adverbs
Correcting Problems with Modifiers
Using Verbs Correctly: Standard Verb Forms, Irregular Verbs, Consistency, and Voice
Making Subjects and Verbs Agree
Using Pronouns Correctly: Agreement and Reference
Using Pronouns Correctly: Consistency and Case
Punctuation
Spelling
Words that Sound Alike/Look Alike
Word Choice
Sentence Variety
Appendix: Readings for Writers
| Erscheinungsdatum | 24.09.2018 |
|---|---|
| Sprache | englisch |
| Maße | 213 x 272 mm |
| Gewicht | 1211 g |
| Themenwelt | Geisteswissenschaften ► Sprach- / Literaturwissenschaft ► Sprachwissenschaft |
| ISBN-10 | 0-13-475890-0 / 0134758900 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0-13-475890-9 / 9780134758909 |
| Zustand | Neuware |
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