Definitions
inscription of information
Written Communication
what is the first step to the writing process
Planning and preparing
can also be called persuasive essays
argumentative essays
are layout and summary for a writing project
outline
What is Ybarra's personal title?
Ms.
explain similarities and differences between two or more objects, events or ideas
Compare
is the first attempt at completing a writing project
draft
are statements which lay out the organization of the writing project for the audience
thesis statement
is done by stating the most important information first, followed by the supporting and less important information (also known as front loading)
inverted pyramid
are a type of correspondence in which the writer expresses gratitude for a gift, service, or opportunity
thank you letter
group of people watching or listening to a performance or reading a published work
Audience
Is turning in the final writing project
publish
means to develop a since of credibility or trust
ethos
are visual representations of information
charts
includes expression of gratitude
thank you note
coming up with ideas
Brainstorming
writing assignments that have to be completed in one sitting; mainly used on ACT or SAT
timed writing assignments
What are the 3 rhetorical strategies learned in English class
ethos
logos
pathos
is done by taking evidence from very specific situations and applying it to more general situations
inductive reasoning
you can see these around school and within the workplace (used for announcements)
bulletin board
type of written communication used in the workplace
Professional Writing
this can be done by creating a graphic organizer, developing a thesis statement, or developing an outline
structuring
are arguments which readers may use to refute points (different sources may make different points or have discrepancies)
counter arguments
is using general evidence to apply to a new situation to hypothesis what will happen
for ex: when comparing the advancements or advantages of a product or service now to those of the past
deductive reasoning
includes any kind of documents enclosed along with the letter
the enclosure