Along These Lines

For courses in College Developmental Writing.

Effective writers are effective learners

Clear, effective writing is an increasingly important skill in today’s world. With its intensive coverage of the writing process, Along These Lines: Writing Paragraphs and Essays, 8th Edition, helps developing writers acquire and improve their skills to become more effective writers – and more effective learners. Biays and Wershoven guide students, step by step, through the writing process with in¿-depth instruction on grammar and a proven focus on developing effective paragraphs and essays.

Each chapter offers numerous individual and collaborative exercises, along with contextualized practical writing applications – such as workplace writing, personal writing, and classroom¿-centered academic material. Self-¿contained chapters provide a flexible framework that can accommodate various learning styles and instructional preferences. Encouraging critical thinking and personal engagement, the authors provide invaluable resources, interactive exercises, and continual reinforcement to give writers a solid foundation for future success in and out of the classroom.

The loose-leaf version of this text is also available with MyLab Writing

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