The document outlines the writing process, emphasizing its significance in both personal and academic contexts. It details the steps involved: planning and prewriting, drafting, editing and revising, and publishing/evaluation, highlighting the importance of each stage. Additionally, it discusses writing as a form of self-expression and the reasons behind why we write.

1. THE WRITING
PROCESS
By Carmen V. Burgos Aponte
EDUC 2060
MAY 15TH, 2021
INTER AMERICAN UNIVERSITY OF PUERTO RICO
BARRANQUITAS CAMPUS
DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION, SOCIAL SCIENCES, AND HUMANISTIC STUDIES

2. OBJECTIVES
By the end of this module, “The Writing Process, the student will:
• Learn what is writing
• Learn the reasons why we write
• Learn about The Writing Process and how to use it for personal
and academic purposes.

3. TABLE OF CONTENT
 Objectives
 What Is Writing?
• Why Do We Write?
• Writing for Academic Purposes
 The Writing Process
• Step #1: Planning and Prewriting
• Step #2: Drafting
• Step #3: Editing and Revising
• Step #4: Publishing/Evaluation
• Special Note
 Using The Writing Process In Our Lives as Writers
 References

4. WHAT IS WRITING?
Writing is both an art and a craft. When we write, we create
something new, either to share it with the rest of the world or to
keep for ourselves. Also, writing gives us a voice, it allows us to have
a say in the world, and it contributes to our identity. Writing is a
form of self-expression, and a form to know other people and to be
known, for we unmask ourselves and uncover knowledge.

5. WHY DO WE WRITE?
There are plenty of reasons why we write. We have been doing so
since our childhood, but writing is not just a practical task you use
to jot down the grosery list you need for later, nor is it only to
annotate the information teachers give you; we write because we
have something to say, experiences to share, and a world to look at
and reflect upon, which is constantly showing us the value of life.

6. WRITING FOR ACADEMIC
PURPOSES
When you are a student, you will find yourself writing academic
essays and reports constantly throughout your life at school. You will
be required to follow some specifications in your writing,
considering that it is for evaluation purposes; nevertheless, you can
also be creative at demonstrating your knowledge in your area of
expertise, for your writing represents you as a professional.

7. THE WRITING
PROCESS
It is a series of steps that guides you
through the process of composing a
piece of writing. It happens in stages,
yet it is not a static process, for you
can go back and forth as you write.
The Writing Process helps writers
structure how they write and keep tabs
on the correctness of their writing.

8. STEP #1: PLANNING AND
PREWRITING
Before you write, you need to select a topic. Some topics are broad,
therefore, you will need to select specific aspects that you wish to
cover about a topic. For you to do that, you must plan your writing.
Some questions that pop up in our minds when we plan are:
What is my topic? Do I have an argument to share? Or do I wish to
inform people about something? Who is my audience?

9. STEP #1: PLANNING AND
PREWRITING
Tools we use to plan and prewrite:
Clusters
Outlines
Graphic Organizers

10. STEP #1: PLANNING AND
PREWRITING
Examples:

11. STEP #2: DRAFTING
Once you planned your topic, and you did your research or
brainstorm, you put into action the ideas you jotted down. In this
step you do one simple thing: Write, write, write…
Follow the structure you already planned, but write without
inhibitions. Do not pay attention to anything else that is not flooding
your paper with ideas.

12. STEP #2: DRAFTING
A great way to write nonstop is to FREEWRITE.
When you freewrite, you only focus on writing everything that you
know in regards to your topic. You can set a timer and see how
many ideas you can attach in a specific amount of time, but do not
pressure yourself. Write freely until you feel the need to stop.

13. STEP #3: EDITING AND
REVISING
Revising is rereading your paper multiple times. This is the step in
which you check for the quality of the content. Do it as much as it is
needed until the information meets your expectations.
Some questions you may ask are:
Did I include all the details I wanted? Does the information sound
coherent? Did I use the proper words to describe my topic?

14. STEP #3: EDITING AND
REVISING
When you revise, you:
• Rearrange words, sentences or paragraphs.
• Take out or add parts.
• Do more research if you think you should.
• Replace overused or unclear words.
• Read your writing aloud to be sure it flows smoothly.

15. STEP #3: EDITING AND
REVISING
When you edit, you:
• Check for grammar
• Check for spelling mistakes
• Check for punctuation and capitalization
• Check for correct style formatting

16. STEP #3: EDITING AND
REVISING
For a best editing process, make a
check-list with all the aspects you
want to make sure you got correct in
your writing.
Editing your paper will help you take
care of the MECHANICAL AND
TECHNICAL aspects of your writing.

17. STEP #4:
PUBLISHING/EVALUATION
This is our final stage. Your writing has been rightfully revised and
edited until it reached its desired form. It is now time to share your
writing with the world and receive their feedback. Also, if you submit
it for evaluation, you will receive the grading and feedback of your
instructor.
CELEBRATE THAT YOU SUCESSFULLY CONCLUDED THE WRITING
PROCESS!

18. SPECIAL NOTE
The Writing Process is versatile. You can go back and forth in
between steps as many times as you need. Writing takes time and
there is not one-size-fits-all way to manage our writing. The Writing
Process only serves as guidance, but you can manipulate the
process according to your own writing style and needs.

19. USING THE WRITING PROCESS
IN OUR LIVES AS WRITERS
As writers, we want to put into practice the best of our abilities in
our writings. Having no structure makes it hard for us to achieve our
level of perfection, which satisfy us and those who read us.
Whenever you write, use The Writing Process as your companion for
a much better and successful writing experience.

20. REFERENCES
Bunting, J. (2012). Why We Write: Four Reasons. The Write Practice.
https://thewritepractice.com/why-we-write/
Caulfield, J. (2020). A step-by-step guide to the writing process. Scribbr.com. Retrieved May 10,
2021
https://www.scribbr.com/academic-writing/writing-process/
Linn Probst, B. (2020, May 15). Why Do We Write? Artistry, Identity, And Legacy. Writers In The
Storm.
https://writersinthestormblog.com/2020/05/why-do-we-write-probst/
The Writing Process. (2018). KU Writing Center. Retrieved May 10, 2021
https://writing.ku.edu/writing-process
Weiland, K.M. (2018, January 15). 4 (Possible) Reasons Why We Write. Helpingwritersbecome
authors.com
https://www.helpingwritersbecomeauthors.com/why-we-write/

21. THANK YOU!
See you next time!
EXIT