Thlog- Week 1

Thlog- Week 1

I’m so far enjoying this class, learning about genres. The assigned readings are very informative and interesting at the same time. We are learning that there are so many genres of writing and conventions that make up the genre. By being able to identify the conventions within genre, we’ll be able to identify, evaluate genres and transform into a new genre when we desire to.

When I was reading Dirk’s article, Navigating Genres, I learned that ability to identify a genre is important because it lets you accomplish your goal whether it is getting a job or winning loved one’s heart. Another point that stood out to me is that determining location is the key in choosing and writing a proper form of genre. It was interesting to know that any form of writing could fall under certain category of genre. Writing a product review, a letter to loved ones, and even Facebook comment can be considered as own genre.

My favorite article so far is Two Kinds of Thinking by Peter Elbow because it clearly shows the difference between 1^st and 2^nd order thinking. 1^st order thinking can bring out person’s genuine opinions and allow their writing to be more creative. On the other hand, 2^nd order thinking is critical thinking that allows a person to bring out very well thought-out outlines. This article at the end lets us know how to combine both 1^st and 2^nd order writing to make our writings more valuable.

Learning about genres can relate to my everyday life because I always write whether it’s Facebook comment or little note to myself. By learning about genres and conventions, I will be able to easily transform genre in a way that my writing can bring out specific action that I desired to bring.