 On page, 255 read the prompt respond for 7- 8minutes.  We will discuss.

The “how to” composition

 Instructions for assembly  Recipes  Directions for travel  Divide process into manageable steps  Discuss the steps in order  Provide a clear transition between steps Managing the process…

 Intro: why is the process important or interesting?  What tools or prep do I need before beginning?  What do I do first?  How do I know I am done and ready to move on  Repeat…  How do I know I am finished?

 Beginning of paragraphs  Inside paragraphs if there are smaller steps in each larger step  Readers do not notice instructions always, but appreciate the “flow” that occurs when they are present

 Handout  Pick one of the two topics, circle your choice

 Competence and credibility  Don’t condescend  Consider your audience appropriately  Be friendly  Consider the novice who wants to try  Consider the onlooker who needs to understand Your favorite activities…

 Something you do every day  Think about an audience who might have difficulty  For instance, someone who is new or injured  Think about a person who has never had to do this before,  Someone who was dependent and is now independent

 At home  At work  At school  You have a specialized skill or talent…  What have you been complimented on? You’ve been told you are good…

An old skill A new skill How to succeed… At school In class How to convince… Your parents Your friends How to remain optimistic… As an employee As a friend How to make the most of… A vacation Being stuck How to organize… Your locker Your time Your room How to plan… A party A healthy diet A workout How to recover From a cold From a break-up Professionals Dave Chappelle: How to write comedy Chris Offut: How to go Home Student models How to avoid class participation Taking position in lacrosse

 Pick one topic from the list of topics in the handout.  Put the topic as your title  Write for 8 minutes

 Rough Draft of Paper due-10/18/12 ◦ This copy can be written, very rough!  Final Draft Due 10/23/12 ◦ Must also bring a 3 slide power point that has one slide for intro/body/conclusion=you will present this! ◦ Bring a hard copy to turn in  Turn in Order (point worth)… ◦ FD (120) ◦ RD-with peer notes (30) ◦ Slide copy (40) ◦ Organizer from class  Also bring rubric from handout, to turn in with paper!