Blog Post #2

            For this post I would like to spark a discussion on the writing process. This topic coincided with the Romano reading as well as the article from Tchudi and Tchudi. I think that as an aspiring English teacher studying the writing process is very important. Thinking about how others write papers and what makes us write the way we do are both things I have pondered. As mentioned in the Romano posting, all writers are different and he compares this difference to chefs cooking. The different styles, ingredients and cooking methods all have an effect on the final product, which can be directly related back to writing processes. The idea I focused on most was of how and why I write the way I do, which the answer I have devised is not as clear-cut as I had hoped. I think writing embodies every aspect of our lives when we our developing our skills. I mention developing skills because it’s my belief, from my own experience, that once we find our own way to write we don’t deviate very much from that path. Of course someone can change their ways at any time but for one its not likely, and two they’re probably only minor changes. These are only my observations however so I ask anyone reading this to give me your opinions in the comments section below. So I believe our writing skill embodies every aspect of our lives because so many factors play into ones writing. How was the information or assignment presented to the students, where did the student write the assignment, did the students receive any other installments to the project (outlines, rough drafts etc.), which are all factors to take into account when thinking about the writing process. I think that you could list contributing factors to the way someone writes for days, but what’s really important is the final result and as teachers making sure every student has resources available to be successful. In closing I think that the writing process doesn’t matter as long as good work is consistent and strong. When I’m in doubt I always try and remember that there is no “one” perfect way because if there were, everyone would do it that way. So follow what works for you and run with it.-Joe Vitello