Contents

1. Foundations of English Second Edition - Annotated Instructor's Edition
2. Table of Contents
3. Preface
4. 1 Study Skills
   1. 1.1 Understanding Different Learning Styles
   2. 1.2 Determining Your Personal Learning Styles
   3. 1.3 Understanding and Reducing Stress
   4. 1.4 Keeping Yourself Organized
   5. 1.5 Managing Your Time Effectively
   6. 1.6 Taking Notes and Annotating Texts
   7. 1.7 Using Effective Study Strategies
   8. 1.8 Reducing Test Anxiety
   9. 1.9 Taking Advantage of Campus Resources
   10. Chapter 1 Project
   11. Chapter 1 Exercises
5. 2 Reading Skills
   1. 2.1 Preparing Yourself to Read
   2. 2.2 Using Visual Clues
   3. 2.3 Reading Actively and Purposefully
   4. 2.4 Deconstructing Topics, Ideas, and Details
   5. 2.5 Identifying Organizational Patterns
   6. 2.6 Using Context for Unfamiliar Words or Phrases
   7. 2.7 Using Word Parts for Unfamiliar Words
   8. 2.8 Making Inferences about a Text
   9. 2.9 Recognizing Types of Main Ideas and Evidence
   10. Chapter 2 Project
   11. Chapter 2 Exercises
6. 3 Critical Thinking
   1. 3.1 Identifying Purpose and Tone
   2. 3.2 Analyzing Argumentation Strategies
   3. 3.3 Identifying Bias
   4. 3.4 Evaluating Evidence
   5. 3.5 Understanding the Basics of Logic
   6. 3.6 Recognizing Logical Fallacies
   7. 3.7 Analyzing and Evaluating Visuals
   8. Chapter 3 Project
   9. Chapter 3 Exercises
7. 4 Grammar and Mechanics
   1. 4.1 Understanding Nouns
   2. 4.2 Understanding Pronouns
   3. 4.3 Understanding Verbs
   4. 4.4 Understanding Adjectives and Adverbs
   5. 4.5 Understanding Prepositions
   6. 4.6 Understanding Clauses and Conjunctions
   7. 4.7 Identifying the Characteristics of Sentences
   8. 4.8 Common Sentence Errors
   9. 4.9 Using Consistent Subjects and Verbs
   10. 4.10 Using Consistent Pronouns and Antecedents
   11. 4.11 Using Correct Pronoun Reference and Case
   12. 4.12 Using Commas
   13. 4.13 Using Semicolons and Colons
   14. 4.14 Using Apostrophes
   15. 4.15 Using Quotation Marks, Parentheses, and Brackets
   16. 4.16 Using Ellipses, Hyphens, and Dashes
   17. 4.17 Using Capitalization and Italics
   18. 4.18 Using Abbreviations and Numbers
   19. 4.19 Using Basic Spelling Rules
   20. 4.20 Spelling Commonly Confused Words
   21. 4.21 Proofreading Sentences for Grammar
   22. Chapter 4 Project
   23. Chapter 4 Exercises
8. 5 Style
   1. 5.1 Determining a Writing Style
   2. 5.2 Using an Appropriate Tone
   3. 5.3 Maintaining Consistency in Tense and Person
   4. 5.4 Correcting Misplaced and Dangling Modifiers
   5. 5.5 Using Word and Sentence Variety
   6. 5.6 Using Coordination, Subordination, and Parallelism
   7. 5.7 Using Active and Passive Voice
   8. 5.8 Emphasizing Words or Phrases
   9. 5.9 Choosing Clear, Concise, and Vivid Words
   10. 5.10 Using Inclusive Language
   11. 5.11 Proofreading Sentences for Style
   12. Chapter 5 Project
   13. Chapter 5 Exercises
9. 6 The Writing Process: Paragraphs
   1. 6.1 The Writing Process for Paragraphs
   2. 6.2 Choosing a Topic and Scope for a Paragraph
   3. 6.3 Writing a Topic Sentence
   4. 6.4 Choosing an Organizational Pattern
   5. 6.5 Drafting a Paragraph
   6. 6.6 Revising and Editing a Paragraph
   7. 6.7 Submitting a Paragraph
   8. Chapter 6 Exercises
   9. Chapter 6 Project
10. 7 The Writing Process: Longer Texts
    1. 7.1 Preparing to Write a Longer Text
    2. 7.2 Understanding Genre and Purpose
    3. 7.3 Choosing a Topic and Scope for a Longer Text
    4. 7.4 Writing a Thesis or Purpose Statement
    5. 7.5 Organizing and Outlining a Paper
    6. 7.6 Writing with Technology
    7. 7.7 Writing a First Draft
    8. 7.8 Using Paragraphs Effectively
    9. 7.9 Revising a Longer Text
    10. 7.10 Participating in Peer Review
    11. 7.11 Submitting a Longer Text
    12. Chapter 7 Project
    13. Chapter 7 Exercises
11. 8 Research
    1. 8.1 Researching and Writing Responsibly
    2. 8.2 Making a Research Plan
    3. 8.3 Organizing the Research Process
    4. 8.4 Identifying Types of Sources
    5. 8.5 Evaluating the Credibility of Sources
    6. 8.6 Applying MLA Styles and Formatting
    7. 8.7 Applying APA Styles and Formatting
    8. Chapter 8 Project
    9. Chapter 8 Exercises
12. Answer Key
13. Glossary
14. References/Photo Credits