The writing
process consists of five (steps). These steps include:
1. Pre-writing: Generation
ideas surrounding a topic
2. Drafting: A
rough piece of writing from the selected generated ideas.
3. Revising:
Ensure the content and the topic matches and is relevant to what is being
discussed, asked or stated.
4. Editing: Ensuring
grammar, mechanics, spelling other miniscule aspects of the texts are coherent
and not left to be decoded by the reader.
5. Publishing: The
final piece of writing that is free of errors or mechanical issues that is to
be presented to any audience.
Along with these five recursive steps to the writing process, there are seven traits of writing all emergent and proficient writers must know about. These seven traits are:
1. Ideas: the meaning and development of the message.
2. Organization: The internal structure of the piece.
3. Voice: the tone of the piece or the personal style/stamp the writers translates into their piece.
4. Word Choice: The specific vocabulary the writer uses to convey meaning.
5. Sentence Fluency: the way the words and phrases flow throughout the text/piece.
6. Conventions: the mechanical correctness of the text
7. Presentation: the overall appearance of the text and work done
These 7 traits works in collaboration with one or more stage of the writing
process, as pointers or target areas that should be focused when writing any
given piece.
Great blog post! The explanation of the writing process and its recursive nature is spot on. It's important for both emergent and expert writers to understand that they can revisit any stage of the process to improve their writing. The breakdown of the five steps of the writing process is clear and concise, and the seven traits of writing add an additional layer of depth to the discussion. Overall, this blog provides valuable insights and guidance for writers at any level. Well done Adwon!
ReplyDeleteAdwon, Your blog post captures the essence of writing and its nuanced relationship with the 6+1 qualities. The idea that the writing process is dynamic and repeating is nicely stated, stressing the writer's ability to return and improve at any time. The five fundamental writing phases, from pre-writing to publishing, offer a guide for authors of all abilities. It stresses the need of a polished, audience-ready product. The seven writing traits enrich the topic. This blog post helps writers and teachers understand how the writing process affects writing quality. Excellent work!
ReplyDeleteHi Adwon, I like that you explained the recursive nature of the writing process which I was not aware of I had in mind it was just steps to take without turning back. I was aware of the writing process when I came to college and was even more aware of the 6 plus one traits which I discover is a guide light for the writing process to make writing more effective. Teachers should take this into consideration when teaching the writing process because it is very important. Your blog is very informative and helpful for teachers and students who are not aware of them. Thank you for sharing.
ReplyDeleteAdwon, your blog clearly shows how the writing process and the 6+1 Traits of Writing work hand-in-hand. With its clear description of the recursive writing stages and insightful explanation of the seven traits, this is a concise guide for both new and experienced writers. This is a helpful and interesting guide that shows how the writing process is closely linked to the important qualities that make writing powerful.👍
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