2007-01-05 05:39:14 · 4 answers · asked by streetsmart 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Primary & Secondary Education
I am also trying to perfect my writing skills.
My plan:
Write AND Read as much as I possibly can. (Particularly reading work by people with similar interests and writing styles)
I have also written up a list of statements and questions that I'm either interested in researching or finding answers to. (I'm an aspiring journalist) And when I find spare time, I pick a question and write about it.
This works for me - I hope that its of some help to you...
Good luck!
2007-01-05 06:03:59 · answer #1 · answered by *lostdownhere* 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you're talking about writing in general, here are my recommendations: Practice, even when you're writing just an e-mail to a friend. Always be aware of your spelling and grammar. Your dictionary is your best friend! Don't try to use big words; just be concise – your reader will thank you for it. Pay attention to the organization of your piece: Be sure to include intro, middle, conclusion, paragraph transitions, etc. Be your own editor: Are you using correct punctuation? Avoid run-on sentences and dangling modifiers (ex. of a dangling modifier: "After making a right turn at the intersection, the house could be seen" should read, "After making a right turn at the intersection, she could see the house."
These were just a few tips off the top of my head. Also, I would recommend keeping some kind of journal (dream, prayer, etc.) and just let your stream of consciousness flow!
And keep reading other people's work to get inspired and to learn!
2007-01-05 05:56:45 · answer #2 · answered by KJ 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Attend English and Writing Skills classes. And...
write, write, write.
2007-01-05 05:47:29 · answer #3 · answered by ? 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
practice writing your favourite stories and dictation of newspapers .Reading many books and recall the most important paragraphs. study by writing a summary . Write a summary for TV news .
2007-01-05 05:48:57 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋