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Tuesday, May 6, 2014

Writing Like an Expert

Remember: Your feature article should be written in a way that makes you sound like an expert. Don't forget to use these tips and tricks to ensure you are 'teaching' your readers.
1) Write about the images, photos and tables

2) Don't write like a robot, write like a teacher
A. On July 20, 1969, men landed on the moon. - NO - Boring dull facts!

B. In all directions the land was flat. The horizon was broken only by the rims of distant craters. They could see boulders and ridges. Close at hand, small craters pockmarked the surface; small rocks and pebbles were scattered everywhere. It was July 20th 1969, and this was probably the sight that met the first men who landed on the moon. YES - Engaging while still including facts

3) Can you use the 'teaching voice heard frequently in  online documentaries ?

Reading Classes H/W: Due Wednesday.
You must read the article given and be ready to discuss it in class on Wednesday. You will be expected to take notes on the article. Being prepared for a discussion is a learning standard you are being assessed on. DO NOT FORGET TO DO THIS
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6 comments:

  1. AnonymousMay 6, 2014 at 3:38 PM

    I learned so much today, and I improved my paragraph tons! I think this lesson is interesting, and will improve my writing in the future!

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  2. UnknownMay 6, 2014 at 5:57 PM

    what is your compound sentence error..??
    ouch!

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  3. AnonymousMay 6, 2014 at 6:38 PM

    Mr.Buxton where is the link to the article or did you hand it out in class?

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  4. AnonymousMay 6, 2014 at 6:58 PM

    I just have a question what do we focus on when taking notes on a article.

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  5. AnonymousMay 6, 2014 at 7:52 PM

    Jordan there is no need for a comma in the second sentence because there is not subject in the second part.

    Riya, he left the articles on the tables for us to take.

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  6. AnonymousMay 6, 2014 at 8:14 PM

    I just realized that.... WHOOPS!
    I need to work on that :)

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