Types of Rhetorical Error in the Written Themes of College Freshmen (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Milton Monroe Maynard

9780366552757: Types of Rhetorical Error in the Written Themes of College Freshmen (Classic Reprint)

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Unlocking why student writing trips over itself—and how to fix it

This nonfiction study analyzes the types of rhetorical errors found in the written themes of college freshmen, with practical insight for teachers and students alike.

This work explains how researchers classified errors in use of words, sentence structure, and paragraph organization. It draws on themes from Monmouth College freshmen and outlines how unity, coherence, and emphasis shape clear writing. The results point to concrete drills, especially outlining, to help students grasp the whole composition before writing began. The author also compares findings with earlier studies of language and grammar, showing how errors cluster and where instruction can make the biggest difference.

Learn how improprieties and barbarisms are identified and how to avoid common word mistakes.
See how unity and coherence drive stronger, more logical sentences.
Discover how paragraph unity is built and what causes disjointed writing.
Explore classroom implications, including outlining and targeted practice for better composition.

Ideal for teachers of writing, college instructors, and readers curious about how students learn to express ideas clearly.

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Publisher: Forgotten Books
Publication date: 2018
Language: English
ISBN 10: 0366552759
ISBN 13: 9780366552757
Binding: Paperback
Number of pages: 133

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Types of Rhetorical Error in the Written Themes of College Freshmen

Milton Monroe Maynard

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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the writing habits of college freshmen, exploring the common errors they make in rhetoric and composition. The author, a teacher of freshman English, meticulously analyzes hundreds of student essays, focusing on the most prevalent errors in the use of words, sentence structure, paragraph construction, and overall composition. This investigation, conducted at the turn of the twentieth century, draws on contemporary rhetoric textbooks to establish a framework for classifying errors and provides insights into the specific challenges faced by young writers in developing their written communication skills. By examining the patterns and frequency of these errors, the book reveals the difficulties students encounter in grasping the fundamental principles of unity, coherence, and emphasis, and offers practical advice for educators to address these shortcomings. This book offers valuable insights into the challenges of teaching rhetoric and composition, providing valuable perspectives on the development of writing skills and the enduring nature of common errors in language. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780366552757_0

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