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OverviewALERT: Before you purchase, check with your instructor or review your course syllabus to ensure that you select the correct ISBN. Several versions of Pearson's MyLab & Mastering products exist for each title, including customized versions for individual schools, and registrations are not transferable. In addition, you may need a CourseID, provided by your instructor, to register for and use Pearson's MyLab & Mastering products. Packages Access codes for Pearson's MyLab & Mastering products may not be included when purchasing or renting from companies other than Pearson; check with the seller before completing your purchase. Used or rental books If you rent or purchase a used book with an access code, the access code may have been redeemed previously and you may have to purchase a new access code. Access codes Access codes that are purchased from sellers other than Pearson carry a higher risk of being either the wrong ISBN or a previously redeemed code. Check with the seller prior to purchase. -- The revolutionary approach of D.J. Henry's The Effective Reader / Writer offers a visually rich, high-interest, and down-to-earth approach that reinforces the reading, writing, and thinking processes while showing students how to take responsibility for their learning. Full Product DetailsAuthor: D. J. Henry , Dorling Kindersley , Heather BradyPublisher: Pearson Education (US) Imprint: Pearson Education (US) Dimensions: Width: 21.30cm , Height: 2.50cm , Length: 27.40cm Weight: 1.474kg ISBN: 9780321881892ISBN 10: 0321881893 Pages: 802 Publication Date: 11 August 2014 Audience: College/higher education , Tertiary & Higher Education Format: Mixed media product Publisher's Status: Active Availability: To order ![]() Stock availability from the supplier is unknown. We will order it for you and ship this item to you once it is received by us. Table of ContentsDetailed Table of Contents Unit 1: The Reading and Writing Processes Module 1: An Introduction to Reading and Writing Answer the Question: What the Point of Reading and Writing? Connect Reading and Writing Activate Prior Knowledge during Reading and Writing Assess the Reading Situation and the Writing Situation The Topic: What You Read or Write The Purpose: Why You Read or Write The Audience: Who You Are as a Reader and Who Reads Your Writing Reading and Writing Assignments [MySkillsLab logo] Workshop: Write to Learn Review Test 1 Gender and the Work Place Review Test 2 Decision-Making Styles Academic Learning Log: Chapter Review [MySkillsLab logo] Module 2: Use the Reading Process to Comprehend a Point Answer the Question, What's the Point of the Reading Process? Explain SQ3R as a Reading Process Before Reading: Survey and Question Survey Question During Reading: Read and Annotate Read Annotate After Reading: Recite and Review Recite Review Reading and Writing Assignments [MySkillsLab logo] Workshop: Write to Learn Review Test 1: Aging: Physical Changes Review Test 2: Parkinson's Disease Academic Learning Log: Chapter Review [MySkillsLab logo] Module 3: Use the Writing Process to Make a Point Answer the Question: What's the Point of Using the Writing Process? Prewrite a Piece of Writing Asking Questions Freewriting Listing Concept Mapping Outlining: A Writing Plan Draft a Piece of Writing Compose a Main Idea Supporting and Expanding Your Main Idea Statement into a Draft Revise a Piece of Writing Revision Questions Revision Strategies Proofread a Piece of Writing Reading and Writing Assignments [MySkillsLab logo] Workshop: Compose a Paragraph Review Test 1 Technology Is Linked to the Change of One Type of Society to Another Review Test 2 The Beginnings of Culture Academic Learning Log: Chapter Review [MySkillsLab logo] Module 4: Develop a Reading/Writing Strategy Answer the Question, What's the Point of Developing a Reading-Writing Strategy? Develop a Reading-Writing Strategy Apply the Reading-Writing Strategy: Before, During, and After Reading Survey Question Read Annotate Recite Review Brainstorm Apply the Reading-Writing Strategy: After Reading, Write a Draft Apply the Reading-Writing Strategy: After Writing, Review, Revise, and Proofread Your Draft Review Revise Proofread Reading and Writing Assignments [MySkillsLab logo] Workshop: Develop a Reading-Writing Strategy Review Test 1 Five Tips: Getting the Most from Your Credit Card Review Test 2 Using Nonverbal Communication Academic Learning Log: Chapter Review [MySkillsLab logo] Unit 2: Vocabulary Module 5: Learning and Using New Words Answer the Question: What's the Point of Learning and Using New Words? Employ Context Clues: A SAGE Approach Synonyms Antonyms General Context Examples Analyze Word Parts Roots Prefixes Suffixes Use a Dictionary How to Access and Read an Online Dictionary Spelling and Syllables Pronunciation Parts of Speech Definitions Use Vocabulary Resources in Textbooks Be Aware of Content Area Words Look for Textbook Definitions Use a Glossary Reading and Writing Assignments [MySkillsLab logo] Workshop: Compose a Paragraph Review Test 1 Special Effects Review Test 2 Earth's Physical Systems Academic Learning Log: Chapter Review [MySkillsLab logo] Module 6: Word Choice, Tone, and Purpose Answer the Question: What's the Point of Word Choice, Tone, and Purpose? Connect Topic, Audience, Tone, Purpose, and Word Choice Use Tone to Comprehend or Make a Point Use Subjective and Objective Tone Words to Comprehend and Make a Point Use Formal and Informal Tone Words to Comprehend and Make a Point Determine the General Purpose to Comprehend and Make a Point Figure Out the Primary Purpose to to Comprehend and Make a Point Reading and Writing Assignments [MySkillsLab logo] Workshop: Compose a Paragraph Review Test 1 Is Big Brother Knocking on the Door? Civil Liberties and Homeland Security Review Test 2 Social Class in the United States Academic Learning Log: Chapter Review [MySkillsLab logo] Unit 3: Reading and Writing Paragraphs and Essays Module 7: Stated Main Ideas in Reading and Writing Paragraphs Answer the Question, What's the Point of Main Ideas and Topic Sentences? Identify the Three Parts of a Paragraph Recognize the Traits of a Main Idea Identify the Topic of a Paragraph Identify a Topic Sentence Identify the Flow of Ideas and Placement of Topic Sentences Topic Sentence at the Beginning of a Paragraph Topic Sentence Within a Paragraph Topic Sentence at the End of a Paragraph Topic Sentence at the Beginning and the End of a Paragraph Compose a Topic Sentence Narrow the Topic Write the Topic Sentence Reading and Writing Assignments [MySkillsLab logo] Workshop: Compose a Paragraph Review Test 1 Skin Cancer Review Test 2 What is Learning Academic Learning Log: Chapter Review [MySkillsLab logo] Module 8: Supporting Details in Reading and Writing Paragraphs Answer the Question, What's the Point of Supporting Details? Ask Questions for Locating Supporting Details Distinguish between Major and Minor Details Create a Summary from Annotations Create Logical Order Develop Relevant and Adequate Details Analyze the Effectiveness of a Paragraph Reading and Writing Assignments [MySkillsLab logo] Workshop: Compose a Paragraph Review Test 1 Capitalism: Competing in a Free Market Review Test 2 Family Cohesion Academic Learning Log: Chapter Review [MySkillsLab logo] Module 9: Implied Main Ideas in Reading and Writing Paragraphs Answer the Question, What's the Point of Implied Main Ideas? Define Implied Main Idea Use Supporting Details and Thought Patterns to Find Implied Main Ideas Determine the Implied Main Ideas of Paragraphs State the Implied Main Idea Based on the Supporting Details Create a Summary: Implied Main Ideas Recognize Graphics as Details That Imply a Main Idea Reading and Writing Assignments [MySkillsLab logo] Workshop: Compose a Paragraph Review Test 1 Smoking-A Life and Breath Decision Review Test 2 Two Types of Language: Denotation and Connotation Academic Learning Log: Chapter Review [MySkillsLab logo] Module 10: Understanding the Essay Answer the Question, What's the Point of Understanding the Essay? Recognize the Five Parts of an Essay Identify the Levels of Information in an Essay Titles, Introductions, and Conclusions Thesis Statement Types of Supporting Details Levels of Supporting Details The Traits of an Effective Essay A Clear Point: Main Idea or Thesis Statement Logical Order Relevant Details Effective Expression Reading and Writing Assignments [MySkillsLab logo] Workshop: Compose a Paragraph Review Test 1 Review Test 2 Academic Learning Log: Chapter Review [MySkillsLab logo] Unit 4: Thought Patterns Module 11: Transitions and Patterns of Organization: Relationships among Ideas Answer the Question, What's the Point of Transitions and Patterns of Organization? Determine Relationships within a Sentence: Transition Words Determine Relationships between Sentences: Patterns of Organization Use Transitions and Patterns of Organization to Comprehend a Point Use Transitions and Patterns of Organization to Make a Point Use Transitions and Patterns of Organization to Create a Writing Plan Reading and Writing Assignments [MySkillsLab logo] Workshop: Compose a Paragraph Review Test 1 Helping Others Accept Change Review Test 2 Where Are You in Your Career Development Process? Academic Learning Log: Chapter Review [MySkillsLab logo] Module 12: Time Order and Space Order Patterns: Narration, Process, and Description Answer the Question, What's the Point of Time Order Patterns of Organization? Comprehend Time Order Narration: A Chain of Events Process: Steps, Stages, or Directions Establish Time Order to Make a Point What's the Point of Narration? Reading and Writing Assignments: Narration [MySkillsLab logo] Workshop: Compose a Narrative Paragraph What's the Point of Process? Reading and Writing Assignments: Process [MySkillsLab logo] Workshop 2: Compose a Process Paragraph Review Test 1 The General Adaptation Syndrome Review Test 2 Binge Drinking Academic Learning Log: Chapter Review [MySkillsLab logo] Answer the Question, What's the Point of Description and Space Order Patterns? Description: Create a Picture with Words Comprehend Description Use Description to Make a Point Using Space Order Reading and Writing Assignments: Process [MySkillsLab logo] Workshop 2: Compose a Descriptive Paragraph Review Test 1 Review Test 2 Academic Learning Log: Chapter Review [MySkillsLab logo] Module 13: The Classification Pattern Answer the Question, What's the Point of Classification Patterns? Classification: Group Ideas Comprehend Classification Use Classification to Make a Point Reading and Writing Assignments: Classification [MySkillsLab logo] Workshop 2: Compose a Classification Paragraph Review Test 1 Review Test 2 Academic Learning Log: Chapter Review [MySkillsLab logo] Module 14: The Example Patterns Answer the Question, What's the Point of Example Patterns? Exemplification: Illustrate Your Ideas Comprehend Examples Use Exemplification to Make a Point Use Listing Reading and Writing Assignments: Exemplification [MySkillsLab logo] Workshop 2: Compose a Exemplification Paragraph Review Test 1 Review Test 2 Academic Learning Log: Chapter Review [MySkillsLab logo] Module 15: The Comparison/Contrast Patterns Answer the Question, What's the Point of Comparison/Contrast Patterns? Comparison/Contrast: Show How Ideas are Similar and Different Comprehend Comparison/Contrast Use Comparison/Contrast to Make a Point Making Comparisons Contrasting Ideas Patterns of Comparison/Contrast Reading and Writing Assignments: Comparison/Contrast [MySkillsLab logo] Workshop 2: Compose a Comparison/Contrast Paragraph Review Test 1 Review Test 2 Academic Learning Log: Chapter Review [MySkillsLab logo] Module 16: The Cause/Effect Patterns Answer the Question, What's the Point of Cause/Effect Patterns? Cause/Effect: Show How Ideas and Events Impact Each Other Comprehend Cause/Effect Use Cause/Effect to Make a Point Identify Causes Identify Effects Patterns of Cause/Effect Reading and Writing Assignments: Cause/Effect [MySkillsLab logo] Workshop 2: Compose a Cause/Effect Paragraph Review Test 1 Review Test 2 Academic Learning Log: Chapter Review [MySkillsLab logo] Module 17: Combined Patterns Answer the Question, What's the Point of Combining Patterns of Organization? Comprehend How Patterns Work Together Develop Your Point in an Essay that Combines Patterns of Organization Reading and Writing Assignments: Combining Patterns [MySkillsLab logo] Workshop 2: Compose a Combined Pattern Paragraph Review Test 1 Review Test 2 Academic Learning Log: Chapter Review [MySkillsLab logo] Unit 5: Critical Thinking and Argument Module 18: Fact and Opinion Answer the Question, What's the Point Recognizing the Difference Between Fact and Opinion? Ask Questions to Identify Facts Note Biased Words to Identify Opinions Note Qualifiers to Identify Opinions Think Carefully About Supposed Facts Read Critically: Evaluate Details as Fact or Opinion in Context Evaluate the Context of the Passage Evaluate the Context of the Author Evaluate the Context of the Source Reading and Writing Assignments: Fact and Opinion [MySkillsLab logo] Workshop 2: Compose a Paragraph Review Test 1 Review Test 2 Academic Learning Log: Chapter Review [MySkillsLab logo] Module 19: Argument Answer the Question, What's the Point of Argument? Define Argument Comprehend Argument Step 1. Identify the Author's Claim and Supports Step 2. Decide Whether the Supports Are Relevant Step 3. Decide Whether the Supports Are Adequate Step 4: Check the Argument for Bias Use Persuasion to Make a Point Recognize and Avoid Biased Arguments What Is a Fallacy in Logical Thought? What Is Propaganda? Reading and Writing Assignments: Argument [MySkillsLab logo] Workshop 2: Compose a Paragraph Review Test 1 Review Test 2 Academic Learning Log: Chapter Review [MySkillsLab logo] Module 20: Research and Documentation Answer the Question, What's the Point of Research? Find and Evaluate Sources What Kind of Information Do I Need? Where Can I Find the Information I Need? How Can I Know the Information I Find Is Reliable or Trustworthy? Avoid Plagiarism Think through the Research Writing Process Sample Student Research Essay Reading and Writing Assignments: Research [MySkillsLab logo] Workshop 2: Compose a Paragraph Review Test 1 Review Test 2 Academic Learning Log: Chapter Review [MySkillsLab logo] Answer the Question, What's the Point of Documentation? Master the Basics of MLA In-Text Citations Works Cited Page MLA Formats for Non-Web Sources MLA Formats for Web Sources Master the Basics of APA In-Text Citations References Page APA Formats for Non-Web Sources APA Formats for Web Sources Reading and Writing Assignments: Documentation [MySkillsLab logo] Workshop 2: Compose a Paragraph Review Test 1 Review Test 2 Academic Learning Log: Chapter Review [MySkillsLab logo] Unit 6 Sentence Mastering Grammar, Mechanics, and Style with MyWritingLab Module 21: Subjects, Verbs, and Simple Sentences Identify Subjects Identify Verbs Recognize and Write Simple Sentences Module 22: Compound and Complex Sentences Recognize and Write Compound Sentences Recognize and Write Complex Sentences Recognize and Write Compound/Complex Sentences Module 23: Sentence Variety Vary Sentence Purpose Vary Sentence Types Vary Sentence Openings Module 24: Sentence Clarity: Point of View, Number, and Tense Use Consistent Person and Point of View Use Consistent Number Use Consistent Tense Module 25: Parallelism Use Parallel Words Use Parallel Phrases Use Parallel Clauses Module 26: Comma Splices and Run-ons Recognize and Correct Comma Splices Recognize and Correct Fused Sentences Apply Four Ways to Correct Comma Splices and Fused Sentences Module 27: Fragments Recognize Sentences and Fragments Recognize and Correct Types of Fragments Module 28: Misplaced and Dangling Modifiers Recognize and Correct Misplaced Modifiers Recognize and Correct Dangling Modifiers Module 29: Subject-Verb Agreement: Present Tense Recognize Subject-Verb Agreement Use Key Verbs is the Present Tense: To Have, To Do, To Be Apply Subject-Verb Agreement Tips Module 30: The Past Tense of Verbs Use Regular Verbs in the Past Tense Use Irregular Verbs in the Past Tense Module 31: The Past Participle Use Past Participles of Regular Verbs Use Past Participles of Irregular Verbs Use the Present Perfect Tense Use the Past Perfect Tense Use the Passive Voice (To Be and the Past Participle) Use the Past Participle as an Adjective Module 32: Nouns and Pronouns Identify Nouns Identify Pronouns Module 33: Adjectives and Adverbs Identify Adjectives Identify Adverbs Module 34: The Comma Use Commas Effectively Module 35: The Apostrophe Use the Apostrophe Effectively Module 36: Quotation Marks Use Quotation Marks Appropriately Module 37: End Punctuation: Period, Question Mark, and Exclamation Point Use Periods Appropriately Use Question Marks Appropriately Use Exclamation Points Appropriately Module 38: Capitalization Use Capitalization Appropriately Module 39: Improving Your Spelling Apply the Rules for Improving Your Spelling Unit 7 Additional Reading Selections Snow John Haines (description) Latino Heritage Month: Who We Are...And Why We Celebrate Luis J. Rodriguez (narration) Camping Out Earnest Hemingway (process) Don't Call Me a Hot Tamale Judith Ortiz Cofer (illustration) Football's Bloodiest Secret Buzz Bissinger (example) Psychological Disorders Gerrig With Zimbardo The Talk of the Sandbox; How Johnny and Suzy's Playground Chatter Prepares Them for Life at the Office Deborah Tannen (comparison/contrast) Why We Crave Horror Movies Stephen King (cause/effect) What Is Poverty? Jo Goodwin-Parker (definition) I Am Adam Lanza's Mother Liza LongReviewsAuthor InformationTab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |