Aural focuses on sound. I did not know silence was in this category. I find that interesting. I can explain how in the video there was silence as one example of aural.

The most important thing I got from this is linguistic mainly focuses on word choice. I can remember that by thinking of the word language. I got an idea how I can incorporate this into the response.

Multimodal is described here well. Can I elaborate more? Will this go into depth. I feel that with more examples, my point can be thoroughly explained.

Gestural mode is exactly what it sounds like. When giving a speech this is an important feature. I could give an example of how when I was giving a speech, my facial expressions and hand gestures and body language came into play.

Website page could be an example of how visual elements enhance the website as a whole and catches the attention of others.

Visual is pretty much what the name says. It is what you see. I love the quote a picture is worth 1000 words because including pictures into work helps 10 times better than just trying to describe it.

The different modes are listed. How can I incorporate the modes into my response and explain further? Aural is the one I always seem to struggle with remembering.

There are many ways that modes work. I can explain and include examples in my response.

The video is funny with the words at the bottom. The video depicted uses the modes of communication. Visual of course is one, gestural is one and sound is one of course.

The video is funny with the words at the bottom. The video depicted uses the modes of communication. Visual of course is one, gestural is one and sound is one of course.

The way the website is organized it allows for the reader to veer off and see other related topics. That is where Spacial mode comes into play.

The way the website is organized it allows for the reader to veer off and see other related topics. That is where Spacial mode comes into play.

Sign language would be a gestural form of communication. I think this is interesting.

Sign language would be a gestural form of communication. I think this is interesting.

Maybe look into what this image means to the panel?

Again, great description! Really paints a picture.

I had no idea what this shape was. Great that you told what exactly it was. Maybe add more information on it? Why this symbol on this panel? How does it relate to the panel you chose.

Great job describing and painting a picture of the panel you chose!, maybe include an explanation why those particular features were chosen for this panel?

Great job introducing the NAMES project and then flowing smoothly into your panel choice!

Haltman Annotations

• Prownian analysis?

• "finding value in particular historical interpretations proposed by teapot ... students will find value in learning from the models..." this makes me think. Is this Prownian analysis. is this what makes writing better

• objects are like a physical piece of history, so this is kind of where the material culture term relates. We have to try to understand this

• we have to seek their cultural significance. In The secret to good writing, it was also brought up how objects mean so much more and have so much significance. I believe that is a way these are connected.

• It was stated also in The secret to good writing that all abstract ideas come from objects. that is another connection to understand.

• it is important to observe the object, pay careful attention to its aspects, be attentive for detail but keep an eye on the "big picture" .. this is a great point and will help with future writing. Observe closely and think deeply

• engage with the object on an intense and intellectually level? its more than describing an object

• prownian analysis .. a way of reading history?

• "We see articulation and deduce patterns of use; we see interaction and deduce relationship; we see expression and deduce reception" this is a bit confusing to understand. in other words does it mean to break down and evaluate.

• "Material culture begins with a world of objects but takes place in a world of words." this quote is relatable to the main idea of the secret of good writing I believe objects are the foundation for all abstract ideas

• The Prownian analysis process great if needed to look deeper into an object.

• Haltman makes me think of what was stated by Tyre in her article the secret to good writing she stated that "Student papers are often unreadable not only because their grammar is bad and their sentences incomplete, but also because they are way, way too abstract."

• The two articles relate yet they are different. I feel the composition is different yet the concepts are similar.

• Both articles relate to ways to improve writing and open the mind to new ideas about how to approach writing about a particular thing or object.

The Secret to Good Writing: It's About Objects Not Ideas

1. "As a college writing instructor, I have seen many students show up in a freshman comp class believing they can't write, and their opinion is valid" .. this quote is relatable. I came into college believing that i could not write.

2.it is important to know how to use certain words such as "although" and "despite" and also important to ask questions when something is not understandable.

3."conscious skill instruction" "giving specific concrete examples in an essay".. I feel that would have helped me a lot when starting off college. I learn better and quicker if i have an example or something I can go off of.

4."write physically" I need elaboration on this?

5."All abstract ideas derive from objects" i agree.

1. "Student papers are often unreadable not only because their grammar is bad and their sentences incomplete, but also because they are way, way too abstract." .. this is such a true statement. A lot of times I have been told that my writing has been too abstract.

D'NiyahH

1. There were many protests in many places a half a century ago and everything appeared to be in a "state of crisis" due to two major events, Vietnam War and lack of civil rights. #s18practice
2. The picture of the South Vietnamese General in the picture of #4 is crazy. I wonder what led to that moment exactly. #s18practice
3. I think its strange yet interesting that they allowed a male to wear that particular outfit in picture 10. #s18practice
4. I have an interest in old pictures so 14 was fascinating to me. #s18practice
5. I love seeing groups of people bonding together with one cause, equality. I like picture #16. #s18practice
6. The picture of the Beatles posing for their album White Album was interesting. I have a few family members who love them.