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Chapter Seven
Explaining a Process: Cultures and Traditions
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SmartBook
In SmartBook for Chapter 7, Explaining a Process: Cultures and Traditions, students
receive an overview of the chapter in the “Preview” phase. During the “Read” phase,
key concepts are highlighted for students. They can also read one or more of the
“Career-Based,” “Reading and Reflection,” or “Student Writing” selections during this
phase—you will need to let students know which selections to read. During the
“Practice” phase, students respond to probes that will reinforce their learning of key
concepts. If students are struggling with an assignment, they can use the “Recharge”
phase for additional practice.
LearnSmart Achieve
You can use the “Customized Study Plan” to assign one or more of the following topics
and learning outcomes to students who are working on a narrative assignment:
Planning and Organizing
Compare/contrast different ways of organizing ideas based on the purpose.
Compare/contrast different ways of organizing ideas based on the thesis statement.
Illustrate the appropriate use of outlining for arranging ideas into a logical structure.
Drafting
Identify the qualities of effective introductory paragraphs.
Identify the qualities of effective topic sentences.
Identify the qualities of unified paragraphs.
Identify the techniques to create coherent paragraphs.
Classify the different types of transitions used to connect paragraphs.
Identify the qualities of effective concluding paragraphs.
Revising
Describe revision strategies to improve a text.
Identify the role of peer reviewers when giving feedback.
Identify the role of the writer when receiving feedback.
Identify the techniques for making text clear, concise, and correct.
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Utilize the learning outcomes related to the Grammar Window on page 148 focusing on
parallelism if students need additional practice.
Power of Process
Power of Process guides students through the critical reading and writing process step-
by-step. You can assign selections from the eReader using the “Select a Text” option, or
you can upload your own selections. The following selections from the eReader within
Connect explain a process and are available for use within Power of Process:
“From Virtual Communities to Smart Mobs” by Lane Jennings
“How To Write with Style” by Kurt Vonnegut
“You Are a Contract Painkiller” by Maureen Littlejohn
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Discussion Questions for Online/Hybrid Classes
1. Share a favorite tradition with your classmates. Post the steps involved in the
process. You may also research a tradition that interests you and write out the steps
for the process. (LO 7.5)
2. Presidents and heads of states often travel to other countries. In preparation they
are briefed on how to behave so as not to offend individuals from that nation. Do you
think this is a necessary step? What types of processes might visiting dignitaries
need to practice or learn in order to prepare for an international trip? (LO 7.1)
3. As a class, create a process for students who are new to online classes and
coursework. What should they do first? What warnings would you give them? What
helpful information could you provide? (LO 7.5)
4. Post three or four ideas you have for writing about a process. For example, are you
trained in a specific skill? Do you have the perfect recipe for something? Do you
know how to perform a specific dance? As classmates post their answers, identify
the areas you are most interested to learn about from others. (LO 7.4)
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Graphic Organizers
Step by Step
Organize the steps of your process using the chart below.
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Sensory Details
Use the graphic organizer below to list process steps on the left and relevant hints and
warnings the audience may need on the right.
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