{"id":3615,"date":"2021-10-29T17:38:12","date_gmt":"2021-10-29T17:38:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/courses.lumenlearning.com\/wm-englishcomp2\/?post_type=chapter&#038;p=3615"},"modified":"2025-03-31T16:18:24","modified_gmt":"2025-03-31T16:18:24","slug":"discussion-drafting-a-research-paper","status":"web-only","type":"chapter","link":"https:\/\/courses.lumenlearning.com\/wm-englishcomp2\/chapter\/discussion-drafting-a-research-paper\/","title":{"raw":"Module 7 Discussion: Drafting a Research Paper","rendered":"Module 7 Discussion: Drafting a Research Paper"},"content":{"raw":"<p data-pm-slice=\"1 3 []\">In this discussion, you will reflect on your personal writing routine and explore how the internet influences your writing process. You will also have the opportunity to gain inspiration from your classmates\u2019 writing habits.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h2 data-pm-slice=\"1 3 []\">Discussion Instructions<\/h2>\r\n<strong>STEP 1:<\/strong> Read the essay\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/document\/d\/1VBtMeNdF5IHNB1BQKzFe-4sEIHjxSwuFxuhOIgCfUD4\/edit?usp=sharing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Writing in the Age of Distraction<\/a> by Cory Doctorow. Consider Doctorow\u2019s perspective on how the internet affects writers. Do you view the internet as more of a blessing or a curse for your writing process?\r\n\r\n<strong>STEP 2:<\/strong> Write a 150-200 word post that addresses the following prompts:\r\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\r\n \t<li>Describe your current writing routine. Do you write in one sitting, or do you take breaks? Do you prefer quiet spaces or background noise?<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Are there any aspects of your writing routine you would like to improve? What challenges do you face?<\/li>\r\n \t<li>How does the internet impact your writing? Does it serve as a helpful resource, a distraction, or both?<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<strong>STEP 3: <\/strong>Read and respond to\u00a0<strong>two classmates\u2019 posts<\/strong>. Each response should be at least\u00a0<strong>75 words<\/strong>. In your response, identify one writing habit or strategy your classmate mentioned that you would like to try in your own writing practice. Explain why you think it could benefit you. Additionally, offer supportive feedback or share additional insights related to their writing routine.\r\n<p class=\"p3\"><span style=\"color: #077fab; font-size: 1.15em; font-weight: 600;\">Rubric<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<table><caption>Sample Grading Rubric<\/caption>\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<th scope=\"col\"><strong>Criteria<\/strong><\/th>\r\n<th scope=\"col\"><strong>Proficient<\/strong><\/th>\r\n<th scope=\"col\"><strong>Developing<\/strong><\/th>\r\n<th scope=\"col\"><strong>Not Evident<\/strong><\/th>\r\n<th scope=\"col\"><strong>Points<\/strong><\/th>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Follows prompt directions<\/td>\r\n<td>Follows the prompt instructions.<\/td>\r\n<td>Somewhat follows the prompt instructions. Examples may be incomplete.<\/td>\r\n<td>Does not follow the instructions.<\/td>\r\n<td>__\/10<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Responds to peers<\/td>\r\n<td>Response is engaged with peer's post. Posts on time.<\/td>\r\n<td>Response is somewhat engaged with peer's post. Post is short and\/or late.<\/td>\r\n<td>Does not follow the instructions.<\/td>\r\n<td>__\/10<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<th colspan=\"4\" scope=\"row\"><strong>Total:<\/strong><\/th>\r\n<td>__\/20<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>","rendered":"<p data-pm-slice=\"1 3 []\">In this discussion, you will reflect on your personal writing routine and explore how the internet influences your writing process. You will also have the opportunity to gain inspiration from your classmates\u2019 writing habits.<\/p>\n<h2 data-pm-slice=\"1 3 []\">Discussion Instructions<\/h2>\n<p><strong>STEP 1:<\/strong> Read the essay\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/document\/d\/1VBtMeNdF5IHNB1BQKzFe-4sEIHjxSwuFxuhOIgCfUD4\/edit?usp=sharing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Writing in the Age of Distraction<\/a> by Cory Doctorow. Consider Doctorow\u2019s perspective on how the internet affects writers. Do you view the internet as more of a blessing or a curse for your writing process?<\/p>\n<p><strong>STEP 2:<\/strong> Write a 150-200 word post that addresses the following prompts:<\/p>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li>Describe your current writing routine. Do you write in one sitting, or do you take breaks? Do you prefer quiet spaces or background noise?<\/li>\n<li>Are there any aspects of your writing routine you would like to improve? What challenges do you face?<\/li>\n<li>How does the internet impact your writing? Does it serve as a helpful resource, a distraction, or both?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>STEP 3: <\/strong>Read and respond to\u00a0<strong>two classmates\u2019 posts<\/strong>. Each response should be at least\u00a0<strong>75 words<\/strong>. In your response, identify one writing habit or strategy your classmate mentioned that you would like to try in your own writing practice. Explain why you think it could benefit you. Additionally, offer supportive feedback or share additional insights related to their writing routine.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span style=\"color: #077fab; font-size: 1.15em; font-weight: 600;\">Rubric<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<caption>Sample Grading Rubric<\/caption>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th scope=\"col\"><strong>Criteria<\/strong><\/th>\n<th scope=\"col\"><strong>Proficient<\/strong><\/th>\n<th scope=\"col\"><strong>Developing<\/strong><\/th>\n<th scope=\"col\"><strong>Not Evident<\/strong><\/th>\n<th scope=\"col\"><strong>Points<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Follows prompt directions<\/td>\n<td>Follows the prompt instructions.<\/td>\n<td>Somewhat follows the prompt instructions. Examples may be incomplete.<\/td>\n<td>Does not follow the instructions.<\/td>\n<td>__\/10<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Responds to peers<\/td>\n<td>Response is engaged with peer&#8217;s post. Posts on time.<\/td>\n<td>Response is somewhat engaged with peer&#8217;s post. 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