The specific reference to most likely pertains to the influential work of Joseph Harris and his framework of "writing moves," which is a cornerstone of modern composition studies. Joseph Harris's "Rewriting" Moves
: The writer uses another person's ideas to advance their own argument. This can be done by: Illustrating : Using a source as an example. Authorizing : Citing an expert to add weight to a claim.
: Taking an idea further than the original author intended. Torogi - G. Harris19
provide the technical tools for students and scholars to find their own "voice" within academic conversations.
: Adopting a concept or term from a source to apply it elsewhere. The specific reference to most likely pertains to
: The writer develops a different perspective by identifying the limits or "blind spots" in a source's argument. This is not about simple disagreement, but about proposing an alternative way of looking at a problem.
Integrating sources into a text Harris' moves (Critical reading #2) Authorizing : Citing an expert to add weight to a claim
Joseph Harris, in his seminal book Rewriting: How to Do Things with Texts , outlines specific rhetorical "moves" that writers use to engage with the ideas of others. These moves help writers move beyond simple summary toward critical conversation.
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