Chapter 2 (The Informed Writer) Flashcards
(18 cards)
Why is reacting to reading important?
It transforms external ideas into internal understanding and begins true intellectual engagement.
What is the consequence of passive reading?
It leads to memorization without understanding and fails to integrate ideas meaningfully.
What is the role of annotations and journals?
They capture scattered thoughts and help develop them into coherent reflections on text
What are marginal annotations?
Comments written beside the text to clarify meaning
What are the two main types of marginal comments?
Clarifying comments (on meaning) and evaluative comments (on personal reaction).
How should annotations be organized spatially?
Clarifications in the inner margin; evaluations in the outer margins for clarity.
What techniques support effective annotation?
Underlining, defining terms, paraphrasing, posing questions, and tracking structure.
What is the purpose of evaluative comments?
To express personal reflections and foster genuine engagement with the text.
When should one use a reading journal?
When marginal space is insufficient or when extended reflection is needed.
What is the long-term value of a reading journal?
It tracks intellectual development and enables long-term reflection
What are three common journal entry formats?
Freewriting, notes-and-response, and question-and-answer.
What is the goal of freewriting?
To generate ideas without concern for form or correctness, bypassing writer’s block.
How does a notes-and-response entry function?
Notes summarize the text; responses comment on those notes.
What is the purpose of question-and-answer entries?
To explore a central question through iterative reasoning and continuous inquiry.
Why include multimedia responses in a journal?
They express associations or insights that may not be captured in written language.
What is “writing about writing”?
Reflecting on one’s own writing process to improve structure and clarity.
How does journaling form intellectual habits?
It encourages consistent inquiry, deepens thinking, and develops personal academic voice.
How can journals support academic work?
They serve as hosts for essays, discussions, and research projects.
