Writing Is A Process

This week in class we learned that writing is a PROCESS. I knew about most of the steps that writing entails, but did not execute to the best of my ability. It was refreshing to hear about the process of writing. I know that this will be very useful in any type of writing I do in the future.

The first step that is necessary in this process is prewriting: this is when you organize your thoughts and ideas for a paper.
The second step is drafting: this is considered a "sloppy copy" or rough draft. You would be applying your thoughts and ideas on to a paper, computer, journal or even a blog.
The third step is revising: this is when the writer can change, add, or delete sentences on their paper. Another way of revision would be a writer's conference or to get into groups and revise one another's papers.
The fourth step is editing: this is when the writer proofreads spelling, capitalization or punctuation. Groups and partners would also be useful in this step.
The fifth step is to publish: in this case, you would display your writing or even give it to someone for a good cause.