RnW (reviewer)

• Text - graphical representation of language
• “texere” which means “to weave, fabricate, or make”
• Discourse - spoken representation of language
• “discursus” which means “to run off in different directions”
• Literary Discourse - Generally concerns itself with the field of creative fiction and nonfiction writing,
• Poetic discourse: This type of writing emphasizes themes and ideas, utilizing carefully selected words to create appealing patterns. Poetic discourse can be found in poems, songs, short stories, and novels.
• Expressive discourse: This type of writing uses the writer's personal narrative to express their point of view. It is also known as creative nonfiction
• Transaction discourse: This type of writing is instructional, often providing detailed lists of instructions to guide readers in accomplishing specific tasks
• Academic Discourse - In contrast to literary writing, academic writing employs formal language, factual information, and evidence within a specific field of study.
• Brainstorming - process of generating creative ideas and solutions
• Freewriting - let your thoughts flow as they will
• Listing/Bulleting- jot down lists of words or phrases under a particular topic
• Cubing - consider topic from six different directions
• Graphic Organizer - also known as knowledge map, concept map, story map. series of visual, and used to organize
• CONCEPT MAP - graphically illustrate relationships between two or more concepts
• WEBS - shows how different categories of information relate to one another
• MIND MAPS - visual hierarchy with a central idea or image surrounded by connected branches illustrating associated topics
• FLOW CHART - sequential graphic organizers depict steps or events in chronological order, aiding in outlining story events or illustrating scientific procedures
• VENN DIAGRAM - used to identify similarities and differences between two or more concepts
• ORGANIZATIONAL CHART - a chart or diagram that shows syon the structure of an organization
• PIE CHART - a type of a circular graph, which is divided into slices to illustrate a numerical proportion
• GRAPH - collection of all points whose coordinates satisfy a given relation
• TABLE - a systematic arrangement of data usually in rows and be columns for ready reference
• OUTLINE - a structured plan for writing, where information is classified and organized based on its relevance to the topic
• TOPIC OUTLINE - uses phrases consistently for all headings
• SENTENCE OUTLINE - uses sentences for headings and subheadings
• Number-letter format - uses Roman numerals for main headings, capital letters for subheadings, and Arabic numbers for further subdivisions
• Decimal Outline Format - utilizes decimal numbers instead of number-letters.
• Development by Description ● aims at creating a vivid image in the readers' minds ● utilizes adjectives to convey observations, emotions, or experiences
• Development by Narration ● more challenging than other paragraph types ● uses vivid language to evoke emotions
• Development by Comparison and Contrast ● emphasizes the similarities between different subjects, while contrasts emphasize the differences
• Development by Cause and Effect ● explores how specific causes lead to particular results
• Development by Definition ● aims to clearly identify and distinguish a term
• Development by Problem and Solution ● organizes information by presenting a problem and its corresponding solution
• Development by Persuasion ● the key is to persuade or convince readers
• Ethos convinces readers of the writer's credibility
• Pathos aims for emotional connection
• Logos relies on facts and logic
• Development by Illustration, Exemplification, and Classification ● similar as they all aim to support and explain the main topic or thesis statement
• Development by Explication ● method of explanation that involves critically interpreting a concept