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English Composition, 2nd Edition

With emphasis on effective communication in a changing world, English Composition takes a contextualized approach to writing instruction for students of all disciplines, experiences, and backgrounds with features and updates including:

  • Thought-provoking writing samples & prompts
  • Reflection questions
  • Application exercises
  • Group activities
  • Real-world applications
  • Comprehensive chapter review lessons
  • Chapter projects
  • Additional/revamped topics and examples
  • Updated research content including APA 7th Edition guidelines

The second edition also includes seven brand new lessons:

  • Analyzing and Interpreting Literature
  • Responding Critically to Literature
  • Basics of Information Literacy
  • Professional Writing
  • Multimedia Projects
  • Thinking Critically about Pop Culture
  • Technical Writing

Formats: Software, Textbook, eBook

Product ISBN
Software + eBook 978-1-64277-457-3
Software + eBook + Textbook 978-1-64277-459-7

Table of Contents

  1. Chapter 1: Why We Write
    1. 1.1 Writing Situations and Purposes
    2. 1.2 Writing to Summarize
    3. 1.3 Writing to Respond
    4. 1.4 Writing to Propose
    5. 1.5 Writing to Discuss
    6. 1.6 Writing to Describe
    7. 1.7 Writing to Argue
    8. 1.8 Writing to Analyze
    9. 1.9 Writing to Evaluate
    10. Chapter 1 Review
  2. Chapter 2: Modes of Writing
    1. 2.1 Descriptive Writing
    2. 2.2 Narrative Writing
    3. 2.3 Expository Writing
    4. 2.4 Persuasive Writing
    5. Chapter 2 Review
  3. Chapter 3: The Writing Process
    1. 3.1 Pre-Writing
    2. 3.2 Drafting
    3. 3.3 Revising
    4. 3.4 Peer Review
    5. 3.5 Editing
    6. 3.6 The Final Draft
    7. Chapter 3 Review
  4. Chapter 4: Parts of the Essay
    1. 4.1 Rhetorical Essay Structures
    2. 4.2 The Introduction
    3. 4.3 Thesis and Purpose Statements
    4. 4.4 Body Paragraphs
    5. 4.5 Transitions
    6. 4.6 The Conclusion
    7. Chapter 4 Review
  5. Chapter 5: Reading & Rhetoric
    1. 5.1 Taking Notes and Annotating Texts
    2. 5.2 Identifying the Main Idea and Supporting Details
    3. 5.3 Identifying Organizational Patterns
    4. 5.4 Understanding Purpose, Audience, and Tone
    5. 5.5 Recognizing Rhetorical Appeals
    6. 5.6 Analyzing Rhetoric through Word Choice
    7. 5.7 Understanding the Basics of Logic
    8. 5.8 Recognizing Logical Fallacies
    9. 5.9 Evaluating Evidence
    10. 5.10 Analyzing Rhetoric through Visuals
    11. 5.11 Analyzing and Interpreting Literature
    12. Chapter 5 Review
  6. Chapter 6: Writing & Rhetoric
    1. 6.1 Understanding an Argument
    2. 6.2 Considering Purpose and Audience
    3. 6.3 Recognizing Constraints
    4. 6.4 Employing Rhetorical Appeals
    5. 6.5 Using Consistent Tone
    6. 6.6 Choosing the Right Words
    7. 6.7 Using Word and Sentence Variety
    8. 6.8 Polishing an Argument
    9. 6.9 Responding Critically to Literature
    10. Chapter 6 Review
  7. Chapter 7: Research
    1. 7.1 Basics of Information Literacy
    2. 7.2 Understanding the Research Paper
    3. 7.3 Planning and Tracking Your Research
    4. 7.4 Identifying Types of Sources
    5. 7.5 Evaluating the Credibility of Sources
    6. 7.6 Understanding and Avoiding Plagiarism
    7. 7.7 Integrating Sources into Your Writing
    8. 7.8 The Annotated Bibliography
    9. 7.9 Basics of MLA Style
    10. 7.10 Basics of APA Style
    11. 7.11 Basics of CMS
    12. 7.12 Basics of CSE Style
    13. Chapter 7 Review
  8. Chapter 8: Writing Beyond the English Classroom
    1. 8.1 Writing across the Disciplines
    2. 8.2 Visual and Digital Arguments
    3. 8.3 Oral Presentations
    4. 8.4 Etiquette in Social Media
    5. 8.5 Technical Writing
    6. 8.6 Professional Writing
    7. 8.7 Multimedia Projects
    8. 8.8 Thinking Critically about Pop Culture
    9. Chapter 8 Review
  9. Chapter 9: Basics of Grammar and Mechanics
    1. 9.1 Parts of Speech
    2. 9.2 The Characteristics of a Sentence
    3. 9.3 Using Commas
    4. 9.4 Using Semicolons and Colons
    5. 9.5 Using Quotation Marks, Parentheses, and Brackets
    6. Chapter 9 Review
  10. Chapter 10: Grammatical Sentences
    1. 10.1 Common Sentence Errors
    2. 10.2 Using Consistent Subjects and Verbs
    3. 10.3 Using Consistent Pronouns and Antecedents
    4. 10.4 Using Correct Pronoun Reference and Case
    5. 10.5 Correcting Misplaced and Dangling Modifiers
    6. 10.6 Using Active and Passive Voice
    7. 10.7 Maintaining Consistency in Tense and Person
    8. 10.8 Using Parallelism, Coordination, and Subordination
    9. 10.9 Proofreading Sentences for Grammar
    10. Chapter 10 Review