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.
This text showed me how us as readers perceive a certain font or text and how it can influence our mood and how we feel about a certain reading. It also showed me how elaborate texts can draw us into something such as a poster or a title page of a book. Also how very bland fonts do not appeal to many readers as they might think of it as boring and plain. This gives me a lot to think about as project three comes closer. It makes me think of the reader and what type of fonts might draw them into my website, social media page, etc. This text was very helpful for this type of assignment.
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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