A Case-Based Approach to Argumentative Writing - Softcover

Launspach, Sonja; Aull, Laura

 
9780190211219: A Case-Based Approach to Argumentative Writing
Softcover
ISBN 10: 0190211210 ISBN 13: 9780190211219
Publisher: Oxford University Press, 2020

Synopsis

Learning to write arguments in college Composition classrooms can sometimes seem artificial, pointless, or even contrived, which leads to disengaged students--and disengaged writing. A Case-Based Approach to Argumentative Writing teaches argument within the context of case studies, allowing greater opportunity for student engagement. A typical case includes a "scenario" or narrative, background readings, prompts for in-class and online discussion, at-home and in-class exercises, short writing assignments, and a longer, argument-based essay assignment. Part I contains foundational chapters on argument, critical thinking, reading, and writing. The interplay between instructional information in Part I and cases in Part II helps students convert the abstract concepts they read about into concrete action and writing.

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About the Author

Sonja Launspach is Associate Professor of English at Idaho State University.

Laura Aull is Associate Professor of English and directs the writing program at the University of Michigan.

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Publisher
Oxford University Press
Publication date
2020
Language
English
ISBN 10 
0190211210
ISBN 13 
9780190211219
Binding
Paperback
Edition number
1
Number of pages
272