Reading Blog #5: They Say/I Say Intro and Chapter 7
Reading Blog #5: They Say/I Say Intro and Chapter 7
Introduction: Entering the Conversation
1. In the introduction of the book, it starts off on what the book will be going to discuss and how it creates an identity for the writer and looking at other perspectives of opinions, while also creating their own opinions. It talks about templates, that its fine sharing your opinion, and how the book is organized. It also talks about plagiarism and how it's a serious thing in the real world.
2. 1."To make an impact as a writer, you need to do more than make statements that are logical, well supported, and consistent"(4).
This makes sense because when you statements that you're trying to make your point across, you can't just not support it with reasonings. People need to do their research and support their argument. I have written essays to create thesis and just support it in different paragraphs, but there has to be more than that.
2. Just because much argumentative writing is driven by disagreement, it does not follow that agreement is ruled out"(8).
I've had moments when I had argue with a topic i didn't agree with. My teachers would assign us our topics and what side you would be on. I find it to be very hard because you have to hold back in what you believe in. I did understand what the opposing side would tell me, even though I still didn't agree.
3. "Often, a lively discussion ensues that raises important questions about authorial ownership and helps everyone better understand the frequently confusing line between plagiarism and the legitimate use of what others say and how they say it"(12).
Plagiarism is definitely a big issue because many students copy and paste not realizing that it's huge deal. It's taking someone else's work and getting the credits for something you clearly didn't do. On top of that, everyone has their own identity as a writer.
3. How could these templates relate to the real world where everything is bigger and serious?
Chapter 7: Say why it matters
1. A major problem that occurs in academic writing is when writers don't address the crucial question of why their arguments matter. There are so many articles, essays, books, etc., to read and sometimes you don't even know why you read it.
2. 1. "To gain greater authority as a writer, it can help name specific people or groups who have a stake in your claims and t go into some detail about their views"(95).
Writing specific people with their own views is a greta way to support your topic when arguing. I've realized that the more specifics of an experiment or study you have detailed in your argument, the more you persuade people. When doing research papers, it takes a lot of time to find what you are looking for. The topic can be on gun control and if it should be legalized. One would find every detail about this topic to make sure they have a lot of facts to support their statement.
2. "The best way to answer such questions about the larger consequences of your claims is to appeal to something that your audience already figures to care about"(97).
I understood this as they ask a question and answer it with a question. The audience like to hear what they're interest is. When you ask the audience a question they are interested in they instantly answer with what they think.
3. "By suggesting the real-world applications of your claims, the templates not only demonstrate that others care about your claims but also tell your readers why they should care"(99).
Readers should not only understand an opinion, but also demonstrate why it is important. Just because you understand it, doesn't mean you shouldn't care about it.
3. How can this help with people that aren't open-minded about a topic and are just stubborn about it?
Introduction: Entering the Conversation
1. In the introduction of the book, it starts off on what the book will be going to discuss and how it creates an identity for the writer and looking at other perspectives of opinions, while also creating their own opinions. It talks about templates, that its fine sharing your opinion, and how the book is organized. It also talks about plagiarism and how it's a serious thing in the real world.
2. 1."To make an impact as a writer, you need to do more than make statements that are logical, well supported, and consistent"(4).
This makes sense because when you statements that you're trying to make your point across, you can't just not support it with reasonings. People need to do their research and support their argument. I have written essays to create thesis and just support it in different paragraphs, but there has to be more than that.
2. Just because much argumentative writing is driven by disagreement, it does not follow that agreement is ruled out"(8).
I've had moments when I had argue with a topic i didn't agree with. My teachers would assign us our topics and what side you would be on. I find it to be very hard because you have to hold back in what you believe in. I did understand what the opposing side would tell me, even though I still didn't agree.
3. "Often, a lively discussion ensues that raises important questions about authorial ownership and helps everyone better understand the frequently confusing line between plagiarism and the legitimate use of what others say and how they say it"(12).
Plagiarism is definitely a big issue because many students copy and paste not realizing that it's huge deal. It's taking someone else's work and getting the credits for something you clearly didn't do. On top of that, everyone has their own identity as a writer.
3. How could these templates relate to the real world where everything is bigger and serious?
Chapter 7: Say why it matters
1. A major problem that occurs in academic writing is when writers don't address the crucial question of why their arguments matter. There are so many articles, essays, books, etc., to read and sometimes you don't even know why you read it.
2. 1. "To gain greater authority as a writer, it can help name specific people or groups who have a stake in your claims and t go into some detail about their views"(95).
Writing specific people with their own views is a greta way to support your topic when arguing. I've realized that the more specifics of an experiment or study you have detailed in your argument, the more you persuade people. When doing research papers, it takes a lot of time to find what you are looking for. The topic can be on gun control and if it should be legalized. One would find every detail about this topic to make sure they have a lot of facts to support their statement.
2. "The best way to answer such questions about the larger consequences of your claims is to appeal to something that your audience already figures to care about"(97).
I understood this as they ask a question and answer it with a question. The audience like to hear what they're interest is. When you ask the audience a question they are interested in they instantly answer with what they think.
3. "By suggesting the real-world applications of your claims, the templates not only demonstrate that others care about your claims but also tell your readers why they should care"(99).
Readers should not only understand an opinion, but also demonstrate why it is important. Just because you understand it, doesn't mean you shouldn't care about it.
3. How can this help with people that aren't open-minded about a topic and are just stubborn about it?
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