Lesson 1 Reaction Paper (2) PDF

How do you plan to back up your claim about the movie? 2 Reac ti o n a n d Review p a p e r D ENGLISH FOR ACADEMICS AN PROFESSIONAL PURPOSES  Let’s read this scenario... Trina had to write a reaction...

How do you plan to back up your claim about the movie? 2 Reac ti o n a n d Review p a p e r D ENGLISH FOR ACADEMICS AN PROFESSIONAL PURPOSES  Let’s read this scenario... Trina had to write a reaction paper on the article that they have just read in class. Zack watch a movie and wrote a long post in facebook that says he like the movie and analyzed each scenes using Feminist perspective. Yna attended a birthday party on one of her friends, after which she wrote a review on her blog about the food she ate. Martin attended a cheerdance competition and after the event they discusses as to how and why the winning team’s performance did not deserve the award. WHAT COMMON THEME DO YOU FIND IN ALL THE SCENARIOS?  REACTION AND REVIEW PAPER A reaction and review paper are specialized forms of writing in which a reviewer or reader evaluates the following... Scholarly works ( Academic books and articles Work of art (Performance art, Play, Film) Designs ( Furniture, Fashion designs) Graphic design ( Posters, commercials, etc.) Writers/ reviewers do not simply reacts and reviews using mere opinions. Rather, they use both proofs and logical reasoning to substantiate their comments. They process ideas and theories, revisit and extend ideas in a specific field of study, and present an analytical response to a book or article.  STRUCTURE OF REVIEW AND REACTION PAPER Introduction Conclusion Introduce the Body Summarize your materials Summary the overall reaction Provide some context material and any insights Include concise thesis Reactions you gained from statement Analysis the material.  Prewriting the Reaction Paper Prewriting is the first stage of the writing process. Reading from various sources and materials Outlining Using graphic organizers Creating a thesis statement ENGAG EXPLO EXPLAI EXTEN EVALUA 9  Common approaches in writing reaction paper Personal Response- It explains how it resonated or impacted your perspective. Analytical Approach- Examine the author’s arguments, evidences, and writing style. Discuss the effectiveness of author’s method in conveying message. Provide example and evidences from the material.  Compiling Data for a Review Paper Scrutinizing the methods of data collection, the results of the studies, and the analysis of the data Can use a research matrix Can use annotated notes ENGAG EXPLO EXPLAI EXTEN EVALUA 11  Compiling Data for a Review Paper Sample Research Matrix Title and Objectives Methods for Results Author of the Data Study Collection ENGAG EXPLO EXPLAI EXTEN EVALUA 12  Compiling Data for a Review Paper Topic Blended Learning in the Philippine Setting Author and Title Enriquez, M. A. S. Students’ perceptions on the effectiveness of the use of Edmodo as a supplementary tool for learning Objectives This study aims to determine the participants’ perceptions about the use of Edmodo as the supplementary tool for learning, their perceptions regarding the advantages and disadvantages in using the said learning environment, and to show the participants’ views on using Edmodo as a classroom collaboration tool. ENGAG EXPLO EXPLAI EXTEN EVALUA 13  Compiling Data for a Review Paper Methodology This research uses triangulation approach to gather data. The researchers use survey questionnaires as the main instrument. Also, they conducted interview with some participants and researched related literature about the current study. Results Students found blended learning useful. ENGAG EXPLO EXPLAI EXTEN EVALUA 14  Common approaches in writing reaction paper Historical or Cultural- Explore the historical, cultural, or societal context in which material was created. Discuss how the time period or the background influenced the content and your reaction. Comparative Approach- Compare the materials you are reacting to with other similar works.  Wrap Up Prewriting is essential in writing a reaction paper and review paper. There is a need for an outline and to create a thesis statement for a reaction paper. For the review paper, data can be compiled in a matrix or annotated 16  Wrap Up The writer should compile data for a review paper using either a research matrix or regular notes. The thesis statement should be supported by evidence found in the main ideas. 17  Wrap Up Academic language and opinions based on facts should be considered when writing reaction and review papers. 18