The Writing Process
By: Olivia, Amanda, Beth, Nic, Jordan, and David
What is the definition of the writing process?
It is both a key concept in the teaching of writing and an important research concept in the field of composition studies.
Steps to the Writing Process
Prewriting
- Find topic
-Start with many different categories, then narrow it down to a few
- Brainstorm using different methods
-Physical movement
-Music
-Invite new faces to discussions
-Use all ideas
-Be fun and creative
- Ask questions about topic
- Find places to do research
-Look for reliable sources
- Do research in a way that works for you
-Try many different note taking strategies to find what is best for you
- Don't erase any information incase you need it for later use
- Visualize yourself and what it is you are writing
-65% of writing is mental
Revising/ Proofreading
- Read what you have written/ have others read it
- Think about what others have said about it
- Rearrange sentences
- Check grammar and spelling
- Replace overused words
- Read aloud to check flow
- Compare and contrast with other essays and your research to check facts
- Be sure to have complete sentences
- Rewrite so it is neat and clear
- Make sure you stay on topic
Publishing
- Find targeted audience
- Make into a book
- Read aloud to a group
- Send the book out
- Put it on display