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The widely accepted practice of teaching English writing within the confines of a few common rhetorical patterns represents an unnecessary obstacle for ESL students seeking admission to American undergraduate programs. Addressing this problem by increasing awareness would have important ramifications, including opportunities for fresh perspectives and original insights.

 
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Thoughtcrime: English departments' insistence on American rhetorical patterns

Rotch 209

The widely accepted practice of teaching English writing within the confines of a few common rhetorical patterns represents an unnecessary obstacle for ESL students seeking admission to American undergraduate programs. Addressing this problem by increasing awareness would have important ramifications, including opportunities for fresh perspectives and original insights.