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Learning Outcomes
⢠Identify real world applications for comparing
and contrasting.
⢠Understand the steps for comparing and
contrasting.
⢠Interpret images and readings about computers
and technology.
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Real World Applications
(LO 8.1)
School
⢠You may be required to find the
similarities and differences between
two school subjects.
⢠You may compare and contrast two
literary characters.
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Steps for Writing Compare &
Contrast Essays (LO 8.2)
⢠Begin by identifying the
elements you are going
to compare.
⢠Use a block or point-by-
point approach.
⢠Describe your subjects
fairly and accurately.
⢠Consider using an
analogy.
⢠Use transitions to
help your writing flow
smoothly.
⢠Conclude logically.
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Computers &Technology
(LO 8.3)
Writing about an image
⢠Write a compare and contrast essay
about a picture in the chapter.
⢠You may choose to write about the
image itself or about something that it
reminds you of.
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Computers &Technology
(contd.)
Media connection for solving a problem
⢠Refer to the suggested media for additional
compare and contrast topics.
⢠Exploring various forms of media may help
you better understand methods for
comparing and contrasting.
⢠Always cite your sources.
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The Rhetorical Star (LO 8.4)
Subject
⢠Compare only two items at a time while
mastering this writing strategy.
⢠You may choose two different items
that seem similar.
⢠You may choose two similar items
that seem different.
⢠Make sure your comparison has a worthwhile point.
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The Rhetorical Star (contd.)
Audience
⢠Determine who your readers will be.
⢠Decide what details will be the most
critical for your readers.
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The Rhetorical Star (contd.)
Strategy
⢠Determine if you are simply exploring
similarities and differences.
⢠Decide if combined strategies are
necessary.
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The Rhetorical Star (contd.)
Design
⢠Determine the number of points
necessary to make your comparison
and contrast clear to the reader.
⢠Decide if graphic elements are needed
to clarify any points.
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Applying the Writing Process
(LO 8.5)
Discovering
⢠Make sure you have a valid point
for your readers to consider.
⢠Consider brainstorming or freewriting
to gather ideas.
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Applying the Writing Process
(contd.)
Planning
⢠Make a list of similarities and differences.
⢠Narrow the list to determine the points most
interesting and beneficial to the audience.
⢠Use a Venn Diagram to organize your
thoughts.
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Applying the Writing Process
(contd.)
Planning (contd.)
⢠Write a thesis that makes a significant point.
⢠Decide whether the block or point-by-
point method would be more appropriate.
⢠Create an outline.
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Applying the Writing Process
(contd.)
Composing
⢠Write a first draft, using the steps from
the chapter as a guide.
⢠Donât focus on grammar and punctuation
during this step.
⢠Work on fully developing the details related
to each subject you are comparing and
contrasting.
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Applying the Writing Process
(contd.)
Getting Feedback
⢠Ask someone to read your rough draft
and answer the peer review questions.
⢠Get a second opinion as well, if possible.
⢠Ask your reviewer if your overall approach
was effective.
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Applying the Writing Process
(contd.)
Revising
⢠Using the feedback provided, revise your
essay.
⢠Make sure youâve given fair coverage to each
subject.
⢠Ensure that the points flow smoothly.
⢠Add, delete, or rearrange ideas as needed.
⢠Decide if the organizational method you
selected is the best choice.
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Applying the Writing Process
(contd.)
Editing
⢠Read your essay again.
⢠Check for errors in grammar, punctuation,
and mechanics.
⢠Carefully review your word choice.
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Applying the Writing Process
(contd.)
Proofreading
⢠Read your essay at least one
more time.
⢠Look for typing errors.
⢠Check for errors that may interfere
with the readerâs understanding of the
essay.