Mastering the Writing Process for Success

Writing Process

The Writing Process – is it Linear? • { NO !}

The writing process is a process

Prewriting • Thinking – getting thoughts on paper

Planning / Outlining • Thesis statement, topic sentences, & main ideas in a rough outline • (you can and will make many changes!!)

Drafting • Use your outline to create sentences and paragraphs on your topic • Write as many awkward weird sentences as you want – just get the ideas on paper!

Peer Evaluations • We all need feedback! Structured feedback from your peers will improve your paragraphs and essays, and thus your grade! • On peer evaluation days, you’ll • bring 3 typed copies of yourbest draft!

Revising • Seeing your work with fresh eyes – focus on content and structure/organization – make big changes – add or delete ideas / support / details - put time between you and your paper – share your ideas again.

Editing • Grammar, punctuation, transitions, format (editing) – read aloud & • read backwards Is Editing nitpicking? Consider this: Employers and your resumeProfessional writers like Hemingway The grade you want on any assignment

Mastering the Writing Process for Success

Mastering the Writing Process for Success

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The Writing Process

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