introduction to writing
Transcript of introduction to writing
You , The Writer
T.B. pp. 2-7
Why Do You Write?•To Persuade•To Share
•To Inform
•To Enjoy
What Do You Write?
•Texting friends or posting on social networking sites
•Writing research reports, non fiction accounts, fiction stories, essays in school
•Recording thoughts in a journal
•E-mailing thank you notes to relatives
•Creating lists of things to do or things you like
How Can You Find Ideas?
By Reading
By Observing
By Watching
•Keep a personal journal
•Start an idea notebook or a digital idea file
•Maintain a learning log
•Free Write
How Can You Keep Track of Ideas?
•Have Materials
•Get Comfortable
•Spend time wisely
How Can You Get Started?
•Cooperative Writing
•Using Technology
•Peer Feedback
How Do You Work With Others?•Brainstorming
•Leader
•Listener
Possible Roles in a Collaborative Writing Project:
•Facilitator
Collaborate and Discuss
•Compromiser
•Portfolio•Reader’s Journal
Where Can You Keep Your Finished Work?
Acrostics
Acrostics