Lesson 2: The Writing Process

To most beginning writers, writing is a difficult task because it calls for right skills. Writing should not be
regarded in that way because all it takes is to learn the writing process. It is comprised of steps to follow in
order to come up with a well-written work.

Writing can be made more enjoyable and thrilling by observing the following steps:

1. Pre-writing
This is the stage when writing chooses a topic, generate ideas, gather information, and create an
outline through the use of charts and diagrams. Stating the purpose for writing and the target readers
may be done at this phase.

2. Writing the draft

Writers work on their preliminary composition based on their outlined ideas and information. In this
stage, the work must be organized in order to present a clear and specific ideas. Unity and coherence
is achieved by checking the topic along with the supporting details. The purpose for writing must be
reflected in the draft.

Create a draft first rather than jumping straight ahead into your piece. Drafting is the preliminary stage
of a written work in which the author begins to develop a more cohesive product.

3. Revising
This stage involves evaluating, rewriting and modifying the written work. This entails restating, adding,
or deleting sentences as needed. This is also the stage where the writer may examine whether the
substance and writing style are suitable for the target readers.

4. Editing
At this phase, writers look for errors in spelling, grammar, and structure. It is the proofreading stage in
the writing process. Writers edit their work to enhance the writing mechanics as well as their style.
Letting other writers proofread one’s work is advantageous since their feedback will also serve as a
guide.

5. Publishing
The final step is accompanied by sharing the final output with a group. The well-written composition
may be published in print or through online or digital publishing.

| CREATIVE WRITING : FIRST QUARTER

ARLENE A. BONDAD