They Say / I Say: The Moves That Matter in Academic Writing

If you've ever been in a debate, tried to substantiate an intellectual argument, or set pen to paper to analyze data, then you've embarked on a great start to academic writing and rhetoric. They Say / I Say by Graff will get you the rest of the way there. Through clear, concrete readings and exercises, They Say / I Say tackles the often daunting task of writing through “big questions,” hotly debated topics, and modern ethics by encouraging you to express an opinion and justify claims with facts, data, quotes, and citations. They Say / I Say focuses on the core challenge of quoting sources – they say – and how to summarize and substantiate your argument – I say. You'll also better your persuasion, comprehension, and composition skills – right along with your grades.