Text structure is how information is organized in writing. Text structures, or patterns of organization, not only vary from writing to writing, but text structures may also change frequently from paragraph to paragraph within a single piece of writing (E Reading Worksheets). A pattern of organization is the way that an author purposefully chooses to present his or her ideas through the use of specific pattern types. At times, an author will use more than one pattern of organization within a reading. The use of multiple patterns is known as mixed patterns of organization. It's important to note that the link between clear, logical organization and effective communication is powerful, both for the "sender" and the "receiver." For the writer, a well organized outline of information serves as a blue print for action. It provides focus and direction as the writer composes the document, which helps to ensure that the stated purpose is fulfilled. For the reader, clear organization greatly enhances the ease with which one can understand and remember the information being presented. People seek out patterns to help make sense of information. Thus, one of the most important decisions a writer makes concerns the pattern of organization that is used to structure and order information (Washington Edu). Strategies for Recognizing Patterns of Organization To recognize an author's overall pattern of organization, make sure you question yourself and look for organizational word clues. Organizational word clues can also help you determine the level of importance of an author's ideas. Those like "most importantly" tell you that what you are about to read is really important. Others such as "for example" let you know that a point is going to be illustrated (an example is usually not the main idea.) When an author uses "on the other hand", he or she shows another viewpoint (which could be the main idea). "First, second, and third", a process or sequence is introduced; often major supporting details. In summary, you must also learn about the transition signals that is commonly as the way to identify patters of organization. CHAPTER REVIEW: Maximize this tendency in your brain to make order of things by looking for patterns in your college reading. Authors write in organized ways with the hope that you understand what they are saying. As you read, look for these patterns of organization. They will help you understand what authors are thinking. Effective strategies for recognizing patterns of organization are to question yourself and look for organizational word clues. Common patterns of organization are: listing, analysis, cause/effect, comparison/contrast, definition/example, and sequence. These patterns can be found in individual paragraphs but can also be the larger organization of an entire reading. Sometimes authors will use more than one pattern of organization as the dominant pattern, called mixed patterns. SOURCES:
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