The comparison given in this article at the very beginning shows readers an example that can be relatable for people who might not have experience with writing. The connection with slow drivers, to citing for writers gives the perfect introduction to the 'annoyances' Kyle Stedman speaks on. Even if a reader is not familiar with writing, relating it to being in a car or driving a car while dealing with annoyances on the road makes sure that the idea is familiar to a broader spectrum of people. The style that caught my attention when speaking on correct forms of quoting was when Stedman gave an example of a quote that was introduced, and analyzed before and after inserting it in the text. This was derived from an annoyance of reading a quote that was not previously introduced. I have adjusted the way I insert quotes when writing my papers, and have seen that they have more of a flow with the rest of my writing if they are properly introduced. I also find it very interesting that these 'conventions' are not always followed by even some of the most well known writers, showing how diverse language is.
Sophia Fundora The text "Really Responding" surprised me in the way that Richard Straub claimed that putting forth maximum effort when peer reviewing someone else's paper could make you an even better writer. He emphasizes the importance of writing comments within the margarines and summarizing the paper in your own words. I believe that this strategy mentioned could be very helpful not only for the person who's paper your reviewing but for yourself as well. It helps the writer see how the audience would perceive their paper and what they need to work on. It helps the reviewer by enhancing their comprehension skills and applying their own comments on their own paper as well. I also believe his strategy of taking the stage of drafting in to consideration when peer reviewing could be very helpful. For example, Straub mentions how if it's a first or rough draft, try not to deal with all the editing at once but instead focus on the large picture like the focus, con...
I will adjust the way i integrate quotes into my papers as well. There were a couple points Stedman made that I did not originally realize I was doing, but his explanations helped me easily figure out how to fix my work.
ReplyDeleteI also agree with the way Stedman introduces the topic, it is effective and eye-catching--something that readers will be attracted to make them continue the article.
ReplyDeleteI also thought it was super interesting how even professional writting sometime don't use conventions that most people believe to be common. I loved how you tied that into showing how diverse language is.
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