Discovering the Writer within: The Academic Writing Process
• What is the meaning of a PROCESS? ______________________________________________________
• How does this meaning apply to Academic Writing?
(How should your organize your thoughts and ideas after you receive your writing assignment?)
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Choosing a Topic: What do your Teachers expect from their writing
prompt?
Prompt #1:
Some students prefer to study alone. Others prefer to study with a group of students. Which do you prefer? Use specific
reasons and examples to support your answer.
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Prompt #2:
Technology makes communication easier in today's world. Many people choose to work at home in front of a computer
screen. What danger does the society face by depending on computer screens rather than face-to-face contact as the
main means of communication?
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Brainstorming: Using a Cluster Diagram
On the back side of this page, you will see a blank cluster diagram.
Choose one of the prompts from above, and brainstorm some ideas that will allow you to
successfully complete this prompt. Use the brainstorming tips and ideas we have discussed.