Answer: There’s a
whole world of writing in subjects other than English. This author challenges
students to explore that world of writing by analyzing the types of texts used
in other subject areas. Students could be writing these types of texts ten
years from now. Begin with textbooks. Also, check out the Internet. Type in to
Bing or Google “Writing in Sociology.” You will be given information about the
types of writing expected in the field of sociology. Example: “The Challenges
of Writing in Sociology. What distinguishes Sociology
papers from the papers you might write in other courses, including
English?
“...www.dartmouth.edu/~writing/materials/student/soc_sciences/...”·
Comment: Good idea. RayS.
Title: “Purpose
Beyond This Years: Students Analyze Future Genres.” L Beckelhimer. English Journal (November 2011), 50-56.
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