Writing
When using an expository writing
It is the process of using symbols to
communicate thoughts and ideas in a readable form.
It is the process of converting something intangible
into a tangible one.
The Writing Process (Steps)
Pre-writing
Basically means “before writing.”
This phase involves brainstorming ideas,
researching resource materials, and
developing an outline.
Drafting
It is the phase where the act of
writing takes place. It involves the
composition of the content using the facts
and ideas acquired during the pre-writing
phase.
Revising
This phase involves scrutinizing the
draft. In doing so, the following points may
be considered: *additional materials to
support one’s stand *organization and
connection of thoughts and ideas *omit
irrelevant thoughts and ideas.
Editing
This phrase involves proof reading
the “technical” aspect of the written output,
such as sentence structure, spellings
grammar and proper usage of punctuations.
Publishing
It is the final phase which involves
sharing the written output to the
readers/audience.
The Writing Styles
These are techniques or ways used by an
author in effectively and meaningfully conveying
his/her thoughts and ideas to the readers/audience.
4 Writing Styles
Expository
Expository writing is used to inform,
explain or describe something to the reader.
The expository writing style is one of the
most common types of writing and answers
questions the reader has, such as what, why,
and how.
style, the writer needs to separate their
opinion from the facts they are sharing.
Examples of Expository Writing
Textbooks
Newsletter (Except Editorial)
How-to articles
Descriptive
Descriptive writing immerses the reader into
a story by creating a vivid picture of characters,
settings and events in their mind. Writers who use a
descriptive writing style often use library tools like
similes and metaphors in their writing. The purpose
of the descriptive writing style is to make the reader
feel like they are experiencing the events for
themselves.
Examples of Descriptive Writing
Poems
Diaries
Personal Journals
Narrative
Narrative writing expands upon the
descriptive writing style and tells an entire story
with a beginning, middle and end, with characters,
conflict, and settings.
Examples of Narrative Writing
Short Stories / Novels
Biographies / Autobiographies
Persuasive
Persuasive writing is used to convince or
influence the reader to believe or do what the writer
wants them to do. The persuasive writing style
requires the writer to combine research and logical
reasoning with an emotional connection that
persuades the reader to adopt the writer’s personal
opinions and beliefs.
Examples of Persuasive Writing
Cover Letters
Flyer / Brochures / Advertisements