Genres and the Narrative

Genres of Writing What are genres? We use the term “genres” to describe categories of written texts that have: recognizable patterns, syntax, techniques, and/or conventions.

Genres you will encounter in college This list represents some of the most common genres you can expect to encounter during your time at AUM: Abstract Academic Annotated Bibliography Argument Essay Autobiographical Reflection Book Review Business Letter Compare/Contrast Laboratory Report Literature Review Etc.

Genres you will encounter in this class Project Proposal to professor(s) Bibliography Online blog Personal Narrative Essay Definition Essay Report of Information Textual analysis essay Probably more!

“Storytelling, Narration, and the ‘Who I Am’ Story” What is the main focus of this article? Storytelling is fundamental and a primary form of communication. Why do people tell “Who I Am” stories? Give insights to their character.

“Narratives” What do we know about Narrative Theory? It’s everywhere. It’s been used since the beginning of time. What are the two primary parts of the narrative? Characters and the events How might we define “narrative”? A story that encompasses the events and actions of a story and the narrative story is the way these events and actions are related.

Elements of the Narrative What are “direct” and “indirect” characterization? What other elements did the chapter discuss?

How does this apply to your essay? What can we take away from this? Consider how you’re going to tell it. Sit down write everything you can remember. Leave it and come back to it later. Proofread it multiple times. Give it to someone who doesn’t know what it’s about and have them tell you what they think it’s about. Describe your paper in one or two sentences or a few words. Make sure your story “shows” and does not “tell.”