They Say / I Say: The Moves That Matter in Academic Writing with Readings
by Gerald Graff, Cathy Birkenstein, Russel Durst
They Say / I Say teaches the key moves of academic writing through templates that help students summarize arguments, respond thoughtfully, and engage with ideas. Featuring readings across disciplines, it builds skills for clear, persuasive prose in scholarly contexts. Ideal for enhancing critical thinking and composition abilities.
About This Book
They Say / I Say offers a straightforward approach to academic writing by focusing on the rhetorical moves that help writers enter scholarly conversations. Authors Gerald Graff, Cathy Birkenstein, and Russel Durst provide clear templates for summarizing others' views and responding with one's own arguments.
The book emphasizes joining the ongoing dialogue in academic discourse, teaching students how to anticipate objections and strengthen their positions. It includes practical exercises and examples drawn from various disciplines to illustrate these techniques.
With integrated readings, the text demonstrates how the 'they say / I say' framework applies to real-world writing tasks. This edition supports writers in developing a confident voice while respecting the ideas of others.
Designed for college students and instructors, it simplifies complex writing processes into actionable steps, making academic composition more accessible and effective.
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