For Developmental English Course and Freshman Composition.
A reader for the beginning level writer, with well-written, motivational selections that have universal appeal. Developmental students will learn how to “read to write,” using the uplifting readings as guidelines. Section I deals with basic skills; Section II includes essays and excerpts that were selected for content, structure, and style, reinforcing the skills stressed in developmental writing courses. Over 50 high-interest, accessible readings are included from a wide diversity of periodicals.
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TRIUMPHS IN SOCIETY is a reader for basic writers with accessible, high-interest, quality readings about life-affirming topics and individuals. All reading selections reflect the major skills emphasized in basic writing courses: Clear thesis, introductions/conclusions, topic sentences with controlling idea, and descriptive and supporting details. Collaborative activities and numerous writing options are found at the end of each chapter.
Section I: Reading Actively and Writing from Reading provides solid instruction on Reading Actively, Writing Summaries, and Writing Reaction Papers.
The over 45 selections from Section II are chosen from popular magazines, newspapers, and books, and presented around 10 different ways we, as a people, can triumph in the face of adversity: Everyday Heroes, Family Commitment, Triumphs in Education, Race and Tolerance, Physical Challenges, Boundless Possibilities, Victims into Victors, Children as Role Models, Heroic Animals, Environmental Champions, Community Spirit ― Giving Back.
The authors have provided additional content to make each reading more meaningful:
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