Quarter 3 L1 Academic Writing Techniques PDF

TECHNIQUES Academic Writing Ms. Sheila  Differentiate Identify features and informative, persuasive, writing styles for and argumentative informative, persuasive, speeches and argumentative speeches ...

TECHNIQUES Academic Writing Ms. Sheila  Differentiate Identify features and informative, persuasive, writing styles for and argumentative informative, persuasive, speeches and argumentative speeches  INFORMATIVE SPEECH An informative speech is a type of speech that gives information about a particular topic. Its primary aim is to help the audience understand and recall information.  Informative writing is intended to inform the reader about a given topic. Sometimes called expository or explanatory writing, it uses evidence and information from credible sources to support a focused and logical explanation of the topic at hand. In this type of writing, you educate the reader on the given topic without including your own opinions.  Informative Writing Techniques To achieve your purpose, it is good to remember the following: Avoid biased information. Besides, "Introduction to Informative Speaking" mentions the following techniques: make a complex topic easy to understand or offer a different point of view. rely less on pathos and more on communicating use descriptions, demonstrations, vivid detail, and definitions to explain a subject, person, or place the audience wants to understand.  PERSUASIVE SPEECH A persuasive speech is a type of speech used to convince the audience to accept a certain point or idea. This speech is strategically presented to steer the audience to receive, partially or completely, a view or belief. In "Types of Public Speeches," it is mentioned that the core of a persuasive speech is pathos: appealing to and resonating with the audience's feelings and emotions.  Persuasive Writing Techniques Gary McCoy, in "Persuasive Techniques," mentioned the following techniques which writers can use to persuade his or her readers or audience to his or her point of view. 1.Emotive language: Language selected to evoke emotions. 2. Repetition: Occurs when words are repeated in order to make a stronger impact on the audience. 3. Evidence: Evidence is any material or information used in support of an argument. It can be: facts and statistics, expert opinion, or research.  Persuasive Writing Techniques 4. Statistics and data: Numbers, tables and graphs, percentages and ratios used as evidence to support an argument. Statistics is the science of interpreting and analyzing this information. 5. Connotations: A positive or negative implication. Words or phrases with 'loaded' language that promote a positive or negative feeling or idea. 6. Attacks: Criticizing or opposing an individual or an idea 7. Anecdotes: A short story usually recounting a personal experience 8. Hyperbole (exaggeration): Gross exaggeration - used for a dramatic effect  Persuasive Writing Techniques 9. Appeals: Appeals attempt to persuade through emotional manipulation; targeting of particular interests or concerns. Appeal to Reason (a.k.a. rational appeal): This is persuasive writing that appeals to the part of humans that likes to think. It tries to persuade us by giving what appear to be good, solid reasons to share the author's point of view. It uses facts, definitions, cause and effect, etc.  Persuasive Writing Techniques Emotional Appeal: This is when the writer appeals to powerful emotions, such as our love of country, family, peace, and justice, as well as to our fear and hatred of the things that threaten us. Appeal to Authority: This is when writers rely on their authority, credibility, or general character. They present themselves as trustworthy. They may have education or personal experience that makes them an authority, or they may get their information from others who do, mentioning experts as sources to lend credibility. Other persuasive techniques include: Rhetorical question: This type of question does not really need an answer, as the answer is quite obvious. The writer uses this for effect, or to emphasize a point. Expert opinion: The opinion of experts or authority in the particular field will further boost their argument in the issue being discussed. Inclusive language: Using the words 'we' or 'us' in your writing will make the reader feel that he or she is a part of it and may get him or her to your side.  ARGUMENTATIVE SPEECH The argumentative speech persuades the audience to take the side of the speaker, and the speaker generally discusses a topic he or she feels strongly about, and uses facts rather than emotions to support the chosen claim, and avoids bias ("What Is an Argumentative Speech?").  Argumentative Writing Techniques The article "Writing for Success: Argument" mentions some points to consider in writing argumentatively: Choose a topic that you feel passionate about. Start by acknowledging and explaining points of view that may conflict with your own to build credibility and trust with your audience. Also, state the limits of your argument. Make your appeals in support of your thesis by using sound, credible evidence.  Argumentative Writing Techniques Use a balance of facts and opinions from a wide range of sources, such as scientific studies, expert testimony, statistics, and personal anecdotes. Each piece of evidence should be fully explained and clearly stated. Make sure that your style and tone are appropriate for your subject and audience. Finally, write a conclusion that effectively summarizes the main argument and reinforces your thesis. In order to develop sound arguments, the same article suggests and recommends the following points to help you in your task: ·An engaging introduction ·A reasonable, specific thesis that is able to be supported by evidence ·A varied range of evidence from credible sources ·Respectful acknowledgement and explanation of opposing ideas ·A style and tone of language that is appropriate for the subject and audience ·Acknowledgement of the argument's limits ·A conclusion that will adequately summarize the essay and reinforce the thesis Furthermore, logical reasoning and analysis using the following techniques will help you in persuading your readers to take your side: ·Analogy: For the purpose of explanation or clarification, you compare two things because there is an assumption that two things similar in one aspect are alike in others. ·Comparison and Contrast: This technique presents the similarities and differences between the two major issues. Furthermore, logical reasoning and analysis using the following techniques will help you in persuading your readers to take your side: ·Definition: This technique focuses on clarifying a definition for a controversial term or concept. It gives a meaning or several meanings to a concept that forms the argument. ·Analysis: This is a detailed examination or investigation of an issue or problem's elements or structure. This technique takes a portion from the whole and scrutinizes it to prove the point.  Identify the issue or problem. Determine the most effective type of speech that you should use to talk about the issue. Write an essay about the picture.