CNLE (2nd Quarter) (Finals) Flashcards
_____________ is a way in
which something is usually done,
Convention
technique or practice that
is commonly used
Convention (in nonfiction)
mean aggregate of norms and standards
created in the realm of literary heritage.
Literary Conventions
a
collection of rules and expectations that are widely accepted and
followed by the people
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aggregate of norms and standards
a group or collection
Aggregate
accepted principles or
benchmarks by which actions or outcomes are evaluated.
Norms and standards
pertain to the
fundamental rules and conventions
Mechanics of writing
are essential
for ensuring clarity, correctness, and
effective communication in written texts
The mechanics of writing
refer to the visual and
structural elements incorporated into a
written or printed text to aid readers in
understanding and navigating the content
Text features
They provide additional context, help
readers locate information efficiently, and
highlight key points or details.
Text Features
What are the mechanics of Writing 5
Capitalization
Punctuation
Spelling
Grammar
Structure
involves the use of capital letters
to indicate the beginning of sentences, proper
nouns, and titles, among other situations.
Capitalization
are used to clarify sentence
structure, convey tone, and separate ideas in
written text.
Punctuation marks
concerns the correct arrangement of
letters in words. Accurate spelling is essential for
clear and effective communication.
Spelling
is the system of rules that governs the
structure of a language. It includes rules about
word order, and parts of speech.
Grammar
is the way that words and
phrases are arranged to form sentences.
structure
What are the mechanics of Writing
Capitalization
Punctuation
Spelling
Grammar
Structure
are used to identify the topic of a text, they offer a preview of the content and help readers understand the focus
Titles
list of chapters, sections, or topics in a book or documents along with page numbers
Table of Contents
alphabetically organized list of keywords or topics discussed in the text often with page references
index
list of specialized or unfamiliar terms used in the text, along with their definitions or explanations
Glossary
text into sections, making it easier to follow the flow and locate specific information. They provide a hierarchy of information.
Headings and subtitles
they are ofthen used to provide affitional information about a specific topic or offer a different perspective on the topic
sidebars
pictures are visual representations of concepts of objects mentioned in the text. Captions provide brief explanations or descriptions of these visuals
pictures and captions
are diagrams that have labels to identify the different parts of diagram. They are often used to explain how something works or to show the structure of something
Labeled Diagrams
Visual representations of data or information, such as bar graphs, pie charts or line graphs used to illustrate relationships, trends or comparisons
Charts and Graph
Visual representations of geographical or spatial information, showing locations, landscapes, or distribution of elements. they can range from simple sketches to detailed cartographic representation
Maps
Visual depictions that show the interior of an object, structure or area by cutting away a portion revealing inner details or layers
cutaways and cross sections
small images or illustrations inserted within the main text, often used to provide additional context, illustrate specific points or add visual interest
insert photos
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Titles
Table of contents
Index
Glossary
Headings and subtitles
Sidebars
Picture and Captions
labeled Diagrams
Charts and Graphs
Map
Cutaways and Cross Sections
Insert Photos
it refers to the way that a
piece of writing is organized.
WRITING STRUCTURE
It introduces the topic of the piece and provides the
reader with the necessary background information
Introduction
States the thesis statement/ main argument of the text
Introduction
thesis statement and
provide evidence to support it
Body Paragraph
This
includes the order of the
paragraphs, the use of headings and
subheadings, and the use of other
text features.
Writing structure
summarizes the main points of the text
and restates thesis statement.
Conclusion
Can also leave
something to think about or call to action.
Conclusion
is a written
message directed to
someone.
letter
This includes the sender’s name,
address, phone number, and the
date. Date is typically included in
the heading of a formal letter.
HEADING
This is a greeting to the
recipient. It is typically placed on
a line by itself, after the
recipient’
s address
Salutation
This is the main part of the letter,
where you write your message to
the recipient.
Body
This is a phrase that ends the
letter. It is typically placed on a
line by itself, after the body of the
letter.
Closing
This is the sender’s name, written by hand. It is typically placed on a line by itself, after the complimentary close.
Signature
Study the Business letter format
Its in Literary conventions of non-fiction
Following the sender’s
address, you include
the recipient’s address.
Inside address
It is the
part of a letter that contains
the recipient’
s name and
mailing address.
Inside address
it is typically
placed on the same line as
the sender’s address, but to
the right. However, it always
depends on the format
Date
If you are including
additional documents or
materials with the letter
enclosures
written for a general
audience and are intended to
be informative and engaging.
ARTICLE
A clear and engaging headline is
placed at the top of the article to
capture the reader’s attention and
convey the main point or theme of
the article.
HEADLINE
The lead paragraph, also known as
the lede, provides a succinct and
attention-grabbing introduction that
answers the “who, what, when, where,
why, and how” questions. It
summarizes the most critical
aspects of the story.
LEAD
It develops the main topic and
provide evidence to support it.
Each body paragraph should focus
on a single main point and should
be well-organized and wellsupported
Body Paragraph
The article typically concludes by
summarizing the main points or key
takeaways and, if applicable,
addressing the “so what” aspect of
the story. It may also leave the
reader with something to think
about or call to action.
Conclusion
Written for a more
specialized audience of
scholars or researchers.
Academic Article
. Academic
articles typically follow a
more formal style of writing
and use academic language
and terminology.
Academic Article
The title should be concise,
informative and meaningful to
the whole readership of the
journal. It should include key
terms, to help make it more
discoverable
title
is a concise
summary of your article, typically
around 150-250 words. It should
briefly outline the purpose,
methods, main results, and key
conclusions of your study
The abstract
This should be concise and
describe the nature of the
problem under investigation and
its background.
Introduction
portion of the
article explains how the
researchers actually conducted
the research.
methods
section should detail
the main findings and outcomes
of your study
The results
section interprets
the findings of the research and
discusses their implications. It
should also identify any
limitations of the study.
The discussion
Summarize the main findings and
the key takeaways from your
research. Highlight the broader
significance of your study and its
implications for the field of
education.
Conclusion
is a list of
all the references that were cited
in the article. It is important to
cite all sources of information
properly to avoid plagiarism
The literatures section
of the
article should be appropriate
for the publication and target
audience. They tend to be
more formal and objective,
while feature articles may
allow for a more narrative or
conversational tone.
The tone and style
Objectivity is essential.
Articles should present a
balanced view of the topic
and avoid bias. Opinions
should be clearly lab
Objective Voice
When articles rely on external
sources, they should include
proper citations and
references to acknowledge
the sources of information
and maintain transparency
and credibility.
CITING SOURCES
AND REFERENCES
involves the thoughtful analysis and evaluation of works such as personal essays, memoirs, and creative nonfiction with the aim of understanding and assessing their quality, effectiveness, and impact. This process requires readers and critics to engage with the content thoughtfully and systematically.
Critiquing literary non-fiction
Critical approaches are sometimes called?
Lenses
text is a crucial skill for any
student or adult because it can be used as leverage
throughout their lives. Learning how to analyze and
interpret a text is important because the reader
would be able to understand what the author is
expressing in the text.
Analyzing a Written
Learning how to ___________ a text is
important because by attaining this skill the individual
will be able to understand whether a piece of
information is legitimate,
analyze and interpret
Understanding the text and
analyzing it can be done by
understanding the purpose of the text or
why the author wrote the text, by
understanding the purpose the reader
can acknowledge the inner workings of
the whole text
Purpose/COntext
Understanding who the author is is one of the most
important parts of analyzing a written text because we
humans are creatures of habit and authors usually have
a certain writing style throughout their work that we can
follow. Knowing who the author is can also help the
reader know if the written work is credible.
Author
Knowing who the target audience is for the written text can
also help ease the process of analyzing a text because by
knowing the target audience the reader can understand
the future context of the book because they would know
who the text was written for.
Audience
___________________of the author about a certain topic
are also important to consider when analyzing a written
piece of work because by understanding the topic and
the author’s position throughout the piece, the reader can
predict and better understand what the author has
written
The topic and position
Having past knowledge of the topic that the written
work helps the reader understand the work better
because by researching the topic or just by having
past knowledge the reader would be able to follow
the author’s work easily as well as interpret the
information faster
Research/Sources
that the author uses throughout their
written text gives the audience an insight into what different
information the author is going to use in their paper, this will
also give us a comprehension of how the author is going to
use the proof or evidence that they have found
The Proof or evidence
of the text can allow the reader to recognize
the author’s experience when it comes to writing a text
because an experienced writer would write their work by
making it easy for their readers to understand the text that
they wrote. By recognizing the author’s experience the reader
will be able to decide whether or not the author is credible
The organization
The author’s writing style reveals a lot about the
way they write their work, by looking into their past
work as an author the readers would be able to
identify certain habits that they do and with this,
the readers can use this to identify and analyze
their work in a more efficient and effective way.
Style
Being able to draw conclusions after reading a written work
is a valuable skill that every reader should have because this
gives them a way to understand what they have read
better, by learning how to draw conclusions the readers are
able to retain more information than when they don’t draw
conclusions
Drawing Conclusion
The stage of the writing process in which you develop a complete first version of a piece of writing.
Drafting
A writer organizes information and ideas into sentences and paragraphs.
Drafting
that piques the audience’s interest, tells what the essay is about, and motivates readers to keep reading.
introduction
that presents the main point, or controlling idea, of the entire piece of writing.
thesis statement
in each paragraph that states the main idea of the paragraph and implies how that main idea connects to the thesis statement
topic sentence
in each paragraph that develop or explain the topic sentence. These can be specific facts, examples, anecdotes, or other details that elaborate on the topic sentence
Supporting sentences
that reinforces the thesis statement and leaves the audience with a feeling of completion.
conclusion
Parts of
Analyzing
a text (9)
Purpose/Context
Authors
Audience
Topic ANd Positions
Research/Sources
Proof/Evidence
Organization
Style
Drawing Conclusion
