Research and analysis from 2 primary and 2 secondary source

Narrative and Argument:

1.) Write an essay that assesses whether or not narrative is an effective approach for presenting a controversial or unfamiliar argument.

Register, Language, and Audience.

2.) “So easy to read.” Use this observation from Amy Tan’s “Mother Tongue” to analyse how register and tone enable or impede clear communication to an audience. (Note: You do not have to use “Mother Tongue” to answer this question.)

Academic Reading and Writing.

3.) Write a point first or point last essay that examines the ‘ideals’ and conventions of academic writing. How useful are these to the practical experience of writing an academic essay?

Perspective:

4.) “Arguments are not ‘airtight’. In an essay, you may concede; you may even change your mind.” Write an essay that reflects on either authors and/or audiences seeing different viewpoints or even changing their perspective.

Writing Against the Grain.

5.) “I knew that I could resist. I could rebel. I could shape the direction and focus of the various forms of knowledge available to me.”

Use this quote as a starting point to consider how different authors write against the grain and challenge the status quo.

Our Changing Language

6.) “Digital writing often reveals deep-seated anxiety over the deterioration of orthography or ‘proper’ writing.” Is proper writing deteriorating? Answer this question with reference to at least TWO texts on the course.

Special Topic:

• Outline a topic or area of interest and construct your own question which you must answer.
• You must use at least ONE text from the course. (You can use TWO texts on the course OR use one text and a second text, of your choice, from outside of the course.)
• You must consult with your tutor or convener and present your essay idea and question and seek approval before you proceed with your topic.
• You must use at least TWO secondary sources.