June 4

Today, we completed a writing into the day about our processes for writing with the Definition Essay.  (See PowerPoint slide 52).  In our workshop groups, we discussed each group member's paper.  We followed the structure we discussed yesterday (see slide 48 on the PowerPoint) and answered the following topics:

• Required Discussion Topics
1. Author's concerns
2. Make sure the paper:
• explains thoroughly each aspect of "good" academic writing
• explains thoroughly why each aspect is needed
• explains where he/she learned each aspect
• has correct MLA format
• If required topics are completed, move on to optional discussion questions (see PowerPoint slide 53)

Homework:

• Post the workshop reflection to your blog (worth 15 points) prior to the beginning of class tomorrow
• Read "The Concept of Discourse Community" by John Swales (on Moodle)