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THIS TITLE HAS BEEN UPDATED TO REFLECT THE 2016 MLA UPDATES! Our editorial team has updated this text based on content from The MLA Handbook, 8th Edition. Browse our catalog or contact your representative for a full listing of updated titles and packages, or to request a custom ISBN.When students routinely use their handbook in the course, they see its value, find that its a faster way to get answers than search engines like Google, learn to rely on it as a reference, and are more likely to achieve the goals of the course. And when that handbook is Rules for Writers, you can be sure the advice they find is practical and reliablewith help for composing and revising, writing arguments, analyzing texts, using grammar and punctuation correctly, and working with sources. In revising the eighth edition, Nancy Sommers has woven a new emphasis on reading critically throughout the first section of the handbook, introduced advice for analyzing multimodal texts, and added help for public speaking. New practical Writing Guides support students working through college assignments in a variety of genres. And new peer review advice helps students effectively comment on drafts and apply feedback to revisions of their own work. All of these improvements help student writersbut they also save you time and effort. You can draw from Rules for Writers for planning class discussions, conducting inclass workshops, and providing feedback on student work that they can easily apply. Rules for Writers even comes with a complete instructors manual, Teaching with Hacker Handbooks, with steppedout lesson plans to customize and sample assignments, syllabi, and rubrics from your peers.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Rules for Writers'? A: 'Rules for Writers' focuses on providing practical and reliable advice for composing, revising, and writing arguments. It covers grammar, punctuation, and working with sources, making it a valuable resource for students.
- Q: How has the book been updated for 2016? A: The book has been updated to reflect the 2016 MLA updates, incorporating content from The MLA Handbook, 8th Edition, and includes new emphasis on reading critically and analyzing multimodal texts.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in spiral-bound format, which allows for easy handling and flexibility when using it in class.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Rules for Writers'? A: The author of 'Rules for Writers' is Diana Hacker, who is known for her expertise in writing and composition.
- Q: How many pages does this edition contain? A: This edition of 'Rules for Writers' contains 704 pages, providing comprehensive coverage of writing topics.
- Q: Is there any instructor's manual included with the book? A: Yes, 'Rules for Writers' comes with an instructor's manual titled 'Teaching with Hacker Handbooks', which includes lesson plans, assignments, and rubrics.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed in 'Good' condition, indicating it has been used but is still functional and readable.
- Q: When was this edition published? A: This edition of 'Rules for Writers' was published on July 18, 2016.
- Q: Can this book help with public speaking? A: Yes, the updated edition includes new advice specifically aimed at helping students with public speaking skills.
- Q: What types of writing does the book support? A: The book supports a variety of genres, providing practical writing guides for college assignments.