The document discusses the differences between academic and creative writing. Academic writing is structured, follows a specific format, and aims to analyze and convey information in a prescribed manner. It teaches logical organization and language refinement. Creative writing is imaginative and allows the author's voice and style to emerge. It aims to express human experiences. The document also introduces the PREP method for structuring academic writing paragraphs with a topic sentence, reasons, example, and rephrased point.

1. What is the meaning
of the Filipino proverb
"When the blanket is
short, learn to curl up
under it"? Does it
state a general truth?
Explain.

2. Academic Writing
vs
Creative Writing

3. Academic Writing
-is structured and it
follows a specific pattern
or formula

4. Goal:
The goal of academic
writing is to analyze,
synthesize, and convey
information and data in a
prescribed manner.

5. Remember:
*Writing academic texts teaches
you to be logical and organized
and to refine your use of the
language.
*Academic writing is a useful skill
that you will be able to apply not
only in for the rest of your years in
the academe, but also in your
future as a professional.

6. Creative Writing
-is imaginative and
eloquent
-the author's style and
voice are revealed

7. Goal:
The goal of creative
writing is to express
human life and
experiences.

8. PREP Method
-a simple structure that could be use in
all academic writing
-an extension of the topic sentence-
supporting details-concluding statement
structure
-PREP stands for Point, Reason,
Example, and Point

9. How to use the PREP method:
1. Start with the main point, or the
topic sentence of your paragraph.
2. Give your reason(s) why the
point is true.
3. State an example to prove your
point.
4. Rephrase your point.

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