The Writing Process

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In This Section

Tips for managing the stages of the writing process, from strategic planning, outlining, drafting, to revision and editing.


Planning: Strategies for starting the writing process and planning your document.

Drafting: Tips for carrying out your plan and writing the first draft.

Revising, Editing, and Proofreading: Strategies for improving on your first draft, polishing your sentences, and for your final proofread of your report.

Rhetorical Patterns: A list of potential organizational structures for your document.