A person’s writing technique is unique to who they are, how they were taught, and the life experiences they have been through. With such a wide range of variables to influence writing, we all develop different writing patterns making each of our works unique. My personal writing style is no different. I personally enjoy writing, whether it’s on a social network like Facebook or Twitter, or writing a research paper, I enjoy expressing my opinion in a way that others can relate to, and hopefully share my joy on the topic. I also like to add a little comedy to what i’m writing. Making people laugh encourages me to write more, and also, to write better.If not writing for a class, most of my writing in on Facebook, or Twitter. Some people argue that this isn't really writing, but I have to disagree. Like fashion, writing styles change, and it is my opinion that this generation’s writing includes social networks. In any case, whether you think it is or not, I spend a lot of time writing on those sites. I don’t write any kind of blogs or journals currently, and only write papers for assignments, but i’m not really opposed to them. Research papers are actually kind of fun, if I have an interest in the topic. My favorite research paper was in 6th grade, when we had to research an important person who helped change the world into the way it is today. I was assigned Anne Oakley, and really enjoyed learning about how she made it possible for women to participate in sports that were, at the time, only allowing men competitors. Presenting the information required an unfortunate costume, involving a cardboard gun. While walking into class, and being stopped by the principle wondering why I was caring such an object was scary at the time, it made some memories that made writing a fun experience.
In this class (English250), the blogging is a new concept for me. I’m learning how to properly write, and what kind of audience, my writing is be presented too. My first post, was a reaction to a reading assignment. I wrote about my agreement to the concept of being your own writer. I don’t know that I necessarily learned anything, but rather reinforced my understanding that you are your own writer, based on your past experiences. It’s interesting to publicize my personal opinion on a blog. Interesting meaning, Im still not sure If I like the concept of being blunt enough to state my opinion, where people can read and judge what I think. I don’t know, I guess i’m just conservative like that...
A person’s writing is developed over time from experiences they go through. I always enjoyed english, so I always payed attention and got the most I could out of the classes. I was also lucky enough to have some amazing english teachers all through high school. My AP English teacher was one of my favorites, and is one of the main reasons why my writing is the way it is. She helped me to find my flaws and work to correct them. To all the want-to-be-writers out there, finding someone who you can go to for writing advise is soooooooo important. You aren't going to always be able to find your mistakes on your own, so having others review your work is a huge part of becoming a better writer.
A person’s writing technique is unique to who they are, how they were taught, and the life experiences they have been through. Basically for me, my social networks, past works, and past teachers have had the most impact on my writing.
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I'm glad that you've had good writing teachers and positive experiences with writing, Amanda. Your story about the Anne Oakley costume made me laugh; I'm sure it wasn't funny at the time, but it's interesting that writing inspired such an action-filled moment!
ReplyDeleteIt is different writing something so immediately public, isn't it? It is a similar experience when commenting on them as a teacher: I mean for all of my comments to be of similar length and tone and level of engagement, but each student writes differently, and I've noticed right away how engaging with that particular writer impacts the way I write. It's fascinating, actually. And a little worrisome because I want to give to each equally. And public writing is interesting because we can be so misunderstood, right? That's why writing is never done, as I see it. If I post an idea and you disagree and post that in return, you will probably point out a perspective I hadn't seen before, and I'll comment about that, and then you can write back that that was not at all but you meant but isn't that an interesting idea that apparently neither of us had thought of before....and on it goes. Creating knowledge is a big circle of interaction and it can be really fun!