Foundations of English

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Chapter 1 - Study Skills

• 1.1 Understanding Different Learning Styles
• 1.2 Determining Your Personal Learning Styles
• 1.3 Understanding and Reducing Stress
• 1.4 Keeping Yourself Organized
• 1.5 Managing Your Time Effectively
• 1.6 Taking Notes and Annotating Texts
• 1.7 Using Effective Study Strategies
• 1.8 Reducing Test Anxiety
• 1.9 Taking Advantage of Campus Resources
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Chapter 2 - Reading Skills

• 2.1 Preparing Yourself to Read
• 2.2 Using Visual Clues
• 2.3 Reading Actively and Purposefully
• 2.4 Deconstructing Topics Ideas and Details
• 2.5 Identifying Organizational Patterns
• 2.6 Using Context for Unfamiliar Words or Phrases
• 2.7 Using Word Parts for Unfamiliar Words
• 2.8 Making Inferences About a Text
• 2.9 Recognizing Types of Main Ideas and Evidence
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Chapter 3 - Critical Thinking

• 3.1 Identifying Purpose and Tone
• 3.2 Analyzing Argumentation Strategies
• 3.3 Identifying Bias
• 3.4 Evaluating Evidence
• 3.5 Understanding the Basics of Logic
• 3.6 Recognizing Logical Fallacies
• 3.7 Analyzing and Evaluating Visuals
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Chapter 4 - Grammar and Mechanics

• 4.1 Understanding Nouns
• 4.2 Understanding Pronouns
• 4.3 Understanding Verbs
• 4.4 Understanding Adjectives and Adverbs
• 4.5 Understanding Prepositions
• 4.6 Understanding Clauses and Conjunctions
• 4.7 Identifying the Characteristics of Sentences
• 4.8 Identifying Common Sentence Errors
• 4.9 Using Consistent Subjects and Verbs
• 4.10 Using Consistent Pronouns and Antecedents
• 4.11 Using Correct Pronoun Reference and Case
• 4.12 Using Commas
• 4.13 Using Semicolons and Colons
• 4.14 Using Apostrophes
• 4.15 Using Quotation Marks, Parentheses, and Brackets
• 4.16 Using Ellipses, Hyphens, and Dashes
• 4.17 Using Capitalization and Italics
• 4.18 Using Abbreviations and Numbers
• 4.19 Using Basic Spelling Rules
• 4.20 Spelling Commonly Confused Words
• 4.21 Proofreading Sentences for Grammar
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Chapter 5 - Style

• 5.1 Determining a Writing Style
• 5.2 Using an Appropriate Tone
• 5.3 Maintaining Consistency in Tense and Person
• 5.4 Correcting Misplaced and Dangling Modifiers
• 5.5 Using Word and Sentence Variety
• 5.6 Using Parallelism, Coordination, and Subordination
• 5.7 Using Active and Passive Voice
• 5.8 Emphasizing Words or Phrases
• 5.9 Choosing Clear, Concise, and Vivid Words
• 5.10 Using Inclusive Language
• 5.11 Proofreading Sentences for Style
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Chapter 6 - The Writing Process - Paragraphs

• 6.1 The Writing Process for Paragraphs
• 6.2 Choosing a Topic and Scope for a Paragraph
• 6.3 Writing a Topic Sentence
• 6.4 Choosing an Organizational Pattern
• 6.5 Drafting a Paragraph
• 6.6 Revising and Editing a Paragraph
• 6.7 Submitting a Paragraph
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Chapter 7 - The Writing Process - Longer Texts

• 7.1 Preparing to Write a Longer Text
• 7.2 Understanding Genre and Purpose
• 7.3 Choosing a Topic and Scope for a Longer Text
• 7.4 Writing a Thesis or Purpose Statement
• 7.5 Organizing and Outlining a Long Paper
• 7.6 Writing with Technology
• 7.7 Writing a First Draft
• 7.8 Using Paragraphs Effectively
• 7.9 Revising a Longer Text
• 7.10 Participating in Peer Review
• 7.11 Submitting a Longer Text
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Chapter 8 - Research

• 8.1 Researching and Writing Responsibly
• 8.2 Making a Research Plan
• 8.3 Organizing the Research Process
• 8.4 Identifying Types of Sources
• 8.5 Evaluating the Credibility of Sources
• 8.6 Applying MLA Styles and Formatting
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