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One thing I learned from chapter 2 is how important the first paragraph is when summarizing. This paragraph needs to include not only the text they are summarizing but also begin to establish your own argument.

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one take away i had was it is important to include a “they say” in order for not only you to understand what you’re arguing but also your readers. -hailey

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Saying they say before I say builds up your arguement by acknowledging the other sides reasoning and then starting your arguement.
-Carlos Pollitt

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The preface explained that in order to have the ability to be confidence in your writing, you must understand and listen to all perspectives. In order to be a better writer and reader, I learned to analyze all perspectives of an argument especially if they don't match my own. By doing so, I can actively respond to all areas of controversy and strengthen my argument
-Idoete

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A takeaway that I had from the Preface reading is that its crucial to provide both sides of the argument. Rather than only stating the "I say" but by establishing the "They say" as well. This will not only help you understand your argument but by addressing the counter argument it will help you eliminate bias and give a more credible response.-Josh

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I learned that it is okay to use "I" when writing an argument because it can help be a starting point for beginner writers. Using "I" helps the writer show their perspective rather than hurting it.

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A counterargument and a rebuttal aids your own argument because you awknowledge the other pov -jasmine

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One takeaway I took after reading the preface is that writing templates are quite useful and addressing others statements help build your argument.

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One takeaway I had from the reading is it is very important to show other peoples viewpoint on an argument, to show both sides.

Danny

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I learned that it may be helpful to use the word “I”, despite what we are taught in school. The word “I” allows writers to establish a stronger opinion or statement.

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I learned that it is important to be able to address the other perspectives in your argument and be able to tell the reader why it may be wrong.

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Something I took away from the passage is if you are trying to prove or state your point, its vital that you shine light on the opposition side of the matter. And then proceed to explain how thats wrong, and then presenting your own belief.

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Tristan

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One takeaway that I had from the reading is that it's important to establish the viewpoint of the other side of the argument in order to make yours stronger. - Jackson

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One thing I learned from the Preface is the importance of a "they say" statement. I learned how it's a great way to transition into your argument and helps the writer to explain WHY he needs to say what he's saying.

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one takeaway was how the "they say/I say statement not only helps students writing skills, but it also helps the students reading comprehension. This shows how this statement is important to use in your writing.
-Pasha Antipov

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One takeaway would be how useful the They say/ I say really is and how many people it has benefited in college -Pera

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Listening and responding to what's being said in the discussion can improve comprehension.
- Christian

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My one takeaway was that templates are something that are really helpful and will allow students to draw out their full potential in their writing because usually students can't write at their full potential due to not noticing what to write without picking it up unlike other professional writers.

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Starting with a "they say" before the "I say" helps build the point in argument creating evidence and logic before stating the writers own ideas.

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After reading the preface, one takeaway I have is that it's very important to show the other side of your argument then explain why they are different. Continuing proving the other side wrong make your reader more attentive and engaged.

-Blake Edmonds

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I learned that it is important to build a they say statement before building your own argument because through doing so, you can enter in to conversations and establish new perspectives. Rather than stating why the "They say" argument is looked down upon by your views, you can provide an accurate counterargument and tie in your own opinions.
-Colette Conway

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After reading the preface I learned that formats for writing help to benefit the writer and think of ideas that weren't previously thought.

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One takeaway I had is that even though we are taught to not use "I", in some certain situations, it is more than appropriate to use "I" or first person