Examining a writing assignment from one of your courses

Writing practice: Examining a writing assignment from one of your courses

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Take a look at a writing assignment you’ve been given for any course. Highlight the key terms in the assignment—those terms that identify the type of writing expected and the topic. Then highlight any language that gives you clues about the purpose or reason for writing. Finally, highlight any language that identifies the type(s) of evidence that the assignment calls for. Write brief notes for yourself in the space below. Is it clear from the assignment how you’re supposed to approach the writing task and what you’re expected to produce? If not, what’s missing?

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Take a look at a writing assignment you’ve been given for any course. Highlight the key terms in the assignment—those terms that identify the type of writing expected and the topic. Then highlight any language that gives you clues about the purpose or reason for writing. Finally, highlight any language that identifies the type(s) of evidence that the assignment calls for. Write brief notes for yourself in the space below. Is it clear from the assignment how you’re supposed to approach the writing task and what you’re expected to produce? If not, what’s missing?