The articles discuss the complexity of individual writers and the development of their identities and writing processes. They emphasize that each writer is unique, influenced by their personal history, experiences, and societal contexts. Writers’ identities are shaped by factors like gender, race, and social relationships, while their experiences with writing can vary from positive to negative, impacting their confidence and approach to writing. The articles underscore that the teaching of writing is a complex and sophisticated task, and it acknowledges the inconsistent nature of writing as both a social and individual endeavor, with variation being the norm. Additionally, writing is influenced by prior interactions with writing and people. Writers draw on their past knowledge and experience.
I have found it hard it harder to write when I am given something specific to write about with no room for expansion on a topic. I believe that if given more room to be individuals and write about past history or experience, writers may excel more and find it easier to write. Technology has made it harder to write I believe, because the thesaurus and dictionary and even articles with someone else’s opinion are right at our fingertips, which take the brainwork out of writing.
