I work in a technical environment where the reading and writing process requires a technical train of thought and a technical writing format. For 20 years, I have been enveloped in reading that is mainly made up of technical schematics and technical theory. I have very little time for reading or writing outside of the workplace topics, or at least I thought I did. I am sure that I had time for reading and writing outside of the workplace environment, but it was difficult to make time for something that I spent most of my working day doing.
I have been working on revising my writing process in efforts to increase the effectiveness of my written communication. Over the years, I purchased and read several books that provided instruction
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I will make a list, in no specific order, of what I would like to focus on as the thought comes to me. This free-writing part of my daily process allows me to brainstorm and set priority levels on what I would like to accomplish during the work day. While free-writing my daily intentions, I focus on grouping the business topics together in one group and the technical topics together in another. I create my rough draft before I attempt to put a schedule together. In my writing process, I will use a note pad to free-write if I cannot get my thought processes headed in the direction of completing a useful daft. I will just “write” for 5 to 10 minutes on whatever comes into my head. I use a note pad and free-write because it is much more fluid to me than typing on a computer. I do not worry about making mistakes; I just write. After the free-writing process, I will set on the work for a little while, if time allows, and then I will type out a rough draft. If I feel that my thought process is in the direction of what needs to be communicated I will type out a rough draft and move forward from there. The start of my work day starts with a free-writing session. The free-writing session generates a rough draft of what the day will be like. I set a schedule and outline my intentions based off of what I need to accomplish during the working period. My work day is a …show more content…
Movement from one task to another must be fluid, and it must take shape in a productive manner, shaped by a process that is effective.
Multi-tasking is part of my life. Multi-tasking is a requirement of my job. There are always several things going on at the same time that require and deserve the same amount of attention; this is difficult and creates short comings in many situations. When this happens I refer back to my outline, or schedule, and refine my draft. I would prefer to focus on one topic at a time, drive it to completion, and move on, but my line of work does not allow for such conveniences. A nice quite working area, with a nice neat schedule that defines the day works for many, but not me.
After using the free-writing, the rough draft, and the outline to refine the information to be communicated, I will write a final draft. The final draft will either be close to the final product or it will require a great deal of editing. My final draft quality really depends on what I have going on while trying to construct it. If my day has been full of multi-tasking and deeply involve with issues that required detail written communication, it is highly likely that the draft will be lacking high quality. If I find myself in a position to separate my thoughts from what is going on around me then the quality of the final draft is usually
During the transition from a high school writer to a collegiate writer, my strength at understanding the basic principles of good writing has remained consistent. I grasp the ...
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I found that learning by example helped my writing greatly. One of the books we read, “The Sixth Extinction” by Elizabeth Kolbert, influenced my writing. The book is well written in an academic style that engages the reader. Her writing also flows nicely throughout every passage. I tried to
Recently, I have been writing quite a few essays and papers throughout my college experience. This entails, but not limited to, English, History, and Economics. My style of writing and methods have generally remained the same throughout the process. In this assignment, I will be discussing how I prepare to start a paper, what my thoughts are through the process, and my strengths and weaknesses of what my final drafts look like.
Anyone who is doing any type of writing piece has a process. They may not know it but it is there and it exists. It is one’s approach to their piece and how they go about accomplishing it. It has to do with how you write it, how many drafts you do, as well as your revision process if you even have one. My writing process however has room for improvement. A summation of my writing process consist of heavy planning, one draft, and little revisions. Anne Lamott, Shirley Rose, and Kathleen Yancey all drew attention to major points through their writing pieces that support and dispute my writing process. Through their pieces they have found a way to inspire, inform, and entertain me all at the same time while passing along great information that
Henry David Thoreau once said, “It is not enough to be busy. So are the ants. The question is: what are we busy about?” This questions has become even more relevant in today’s society, people wear busyness like it is a badge of honor.
There is so much more information to be gained on the other steps of the writing process. The writing process can be extremely over whelming too many. This is why it is incredibly important to take the adequate time in the early stages of the writing process to create a solid foundation. During the first stage of the writing process be sure to ask what should be written, the parameters of the writing project and know the audience that the project is being written for. Brainstorming the topic, creating an outline and freewriting all help to narrow down a topic and organize thoughts about the subject of the writing project. These steps will aid in creating a draft of the writing project. Drafting is one of the very important steps in the writing process. The first draft will be revised scores of times to create an interesting and successful finished product. These first steps in the writing process can lead to a solid and successful writing
Writing is a process I’ve grown to despise. Ever since grade school, I’ve had problems trying to express my ideas on paper. My writing process involves thinking about what’s being asked and trying to reflect my thoughts the best way I can on paper, but my thoughts don’t always come out as clear as I want them to be sometimes leaving a question not fully answered. My writing process isn’t a consistent set in stone process, but since being in ENC 1101 I always follow some of the same parameters such as revising my drafts, grammar usage and considering context and audience.
...re I like to start with reading the text a few times just to get a better understanding of it this can prepare you for the planned writing. Planned writing helps point out the main points of interest .It gives you a foundation to write from. Which brings me to the final step revising helps a lot only because it gives you the opportunity to hear others opinions on what you wrote as well as you yourself reading and finding things you said in your mind but didn’t put them on paper. You use your brain every day to think so why not use your brain every day to critically think.
I have studied English since I was a grade seven, but the curriculum in my middle school and high school years, mainly focuses on reading and speaking components of language skills, with a little focus on writing. As a result, I never felt confident with any piece that I was asked to write. Writing has been a hurdle for me to succeed in college since most of the courses in college requires one or the other way writing skill. Consequently, I have decided to work on my writing skills, and have started working on it; even before, I started taking this English 101 class. I used to use a various educational material which I thought might help me to meet my writing goal. Some of the materials which I was using includes: TOEFL educational materials, You Tube resources, and various novels. All of these resources have helped me to polish my writing skills. Furthermore, after I started taking this class, I have learned to enjoy writing. I have made it a point to communicate my own thoughts and feelings as opposed to simply summarize the thoughts of famous writers and authors before me. This class builds up my confidence in my own writing and for that I am highly appreciative.
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this area but I’m going to improve on it. The process of using multiple drafts has
Throughout this semester of EN 109, I have progressed as a writer and have learned to become aware of my writing process. In this time, writing four papers, giving two presentations, and completing a variety of other assignments have helped me grow as a writer. They have also helped me accept peer revisions and apply them to my advantage. In addition to personal improvements I have met the core standards for this course, and that is shown throughout my work.
When I sit down to write, I must do so in a clean, well-organized, and well-lit area. The space must be free from distractions, such as the television or radio, so that I am able to focus and gather my thoughts. I like to begin my writings similar to the way William Stafford says he starts, "To get started I will accept anything that occurs to me." Writing down any thought that will help support and provoke more thoughts and ideas. When my thoughts become cloudy, I like to rise from my seat and walk around speaking out ideas to myself. I find this practice helps to jumpstart my brain activity and clear my foggy mind.
Taking a creative writing class was a good way for me to express my thoughts and feelings onto paper, as well as read my other classmates stories. Reading stories created by other people lead me into their mind brain to experience what type of writer they were, it was an overall exquisite class. I believe that every person has a way of expressing who they are through writing stories of their own, fiction is the best way to express your creative imagination. This class that I took for two years helped me become a better writer and helped me understand the types of writers we have.