Blog Post #9

Posted on October 19, 2023 by Cole Sawyer

In the article “Revision Is Central to Developing Writing” by Doug Downs, He talks about lots of revision ideas. One being that revision on papers creates more ideas for the writer to expand on in their paper. Another is that revision on papers helps you out as a writer. See those mistakes or think in a whole other way. Helps you write a paper with an open mind and less grammar mistakes. Having that repeated look at a paper, just increases your paper, sense we are finding mistakes or taking in idea. Lastly, people think revisions on papers are bad. If your paper needs more, it will only help you have a better paper.

When comparing “Shitty First Drafts” by Anne Lamott and Doug Downs article about revisions they are very similar. One idea that makes them similar is they are not a bad thing. We want all the information you have on a paper and correct it when need. It will broaden your ideas about your paper. Also, both take time, but are worth it in the end. Both make you a better writer. If that’s looking at other people writing or jotting down all your ideas on a paper for your first draft. It expands your mind. They are different because one is writing all your thoughts on a paper compared to nit picking details on every single sentence. One is done in the beginning, and one is done at the end of your writing paper steps.  Overall, both of these articles are very important for writing a good paper and becoming a better writer.

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Revision is Central to Developing Writing

Posted on October 19, 2023 by Kaylee Powelson

In the article written by Doug Downs, Revision is Central to Developing Writing, he talks about how writers work in composing several different versions. Each time reflecting or getting reader feedback. Revision significantly develops the text’s ideas, structure, and design. Writing is not often right the first time. Writers who do not revise see fewer positive results, than those who make time for feedback and revision. Revision shares a characteristic of language-based endeavors. Writing gives the writer something new to talk about that they have not said before. Revision also works by building the textual-production time giving space for more consideration for gaining additional perspectives. Revision is central to developing writing. Some may see revision as punishment or poor performance. Revising is not an indicator of poor writing, but a sign and function of skill, maturity, and professional writing.

The articles Revision is Central to Developing Writing and Shitty First Drafts are similar because they both talk about how everyone needs revisions to obtain the terrific final drafts that we all hope for the first time. Both articles talk about how no one can achieve a final piece of writing without revisions and feel confident about their writing. These two articles are different because Shitty First Drafts goes into specific detail about a personal experience, while Revision is Central to Developing Writing is more of a general piece. Overall, I learned by comparing the two articles that it is extremely important to make time for revisions and not to feel put down when receiving feedback. The feedback is only to help you grow as a writers and achieve the best writing that you can.

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Revision Is Central to Developing Writing

Posted on October 18, 2023 by coopea23

In the article “Revision Is Central to Developing Writing” by Linda Adler-Kassner and Elizabeth Wardle, the authors show the importance of revision in the writing process. They argue that writing is a process of discovery, and revision plays a critical role in shaping and developing one’s ideas. The authors contend that revision is not merely fixing errors or making surface-level changes but involves rethinking and reworking the entire piece. They discuss how the traditional understanding of revision as editing and proofreading is limiting and propose a broader concept of revision that includes reconceptualizing, rethinking, and reimagining one’s writing.

Comparing “Revision Is Central to Developing Writing” to Anne Lamott’s “Shitty First Drafts,” both essays show the importance of revision in the writing process. They share the idea that writing is an evolving process that requires multiple stages, and the first draft is rarely perfect. While Lamott’s essay focuses on the acceptance of “shitty” first drafts as a natural part of the process, Adler-Kassner and Wardle delve into the deeper aspects of revision as a means of developing and clarifying ideas. The two essays differ in their emphasis, with Lamott encouraging writers to embrace imperfection and Adler-Kassner and Wardle highlighting revision as a tool for intellectual growth. By comparing the two articles, I learned that revision is a multifaceted process that encompasses more than just correcting errors, it can lead to deeper understanding and more effective communication in writing.

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Revision is Central to Developing Writing- By Doug Downs

Posted on October 18, 2023 by Abbi

In the article Revision is Central to Developing Writing- By Doug Downs explains just how important the revision process is to a writer writing. Revision is not a requirement, but it is used a lot as an optional way to make a writer’s final draft better than their first draft. Its purpose is to revise one draft to make the next better, it helps the writer think about what they wrote and what they need to fix. Once the writer fixes it, they have revised there writing, it’s a very good way for students to be more comfortable writing.

 

In the article shitty first drafts by Anne Lamott is explaining the same process that is needed for revision, but it leans more towards how the first draft is never going to be perfect and you have time to revise, whereas in the article Revision is Central to Developing Writing by Doug Downs explains the actual revision process and its importance. Anne Lamott is explaining the first draft and what all goes into creating your first draft, which is not going to be perfect because it’s not supposed to be, but she reminds her readers that she is implying the revision process, and she even leads into that in her article. Doug Downs explains what Anne Lamott was leading into by explaining the process that happens after the first draft is initially completed in more detail.

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Blog Post #9

Posted on October 18, 2023 by Rhiann

In the article “Revision is Central to Developing Writing” by Doug Downs, the importance of revising your work is laid out. Downs compared revision to driving down a road with your head light on. When initially writing your paper, you can ‘see’ the vision, or down the road. Further explained, to complete the drive down the road, or in this case the paper, you must go back and make changes or re-read what you’ve wrote. In doing so, you will view you may view your paper differently or come across a section you didn’t think of or didn’t realize you said in the first draft. Downs also went on to explain that students tend to see revision as punishment for bad work. He encourages teacher to make revisions optional for student so that is viewed as less of a punishment and reassure the student that it is for their own benefit. Towards the end of the article, Downs states that revision are a mature writing craft. This is article written by Doug Downs in comparable to Anne Lamott’s article “Shitty First Drafts” because both articles touch on the topic of revision and how the first draft isn’t always the best. In Lamott’s article she mentions that majority of writers don’t sit down and write a perfect paper on their first try. In fact, it takes much time and effort to come up with where to begin. Downs mentions something similar in his article by stating many first drafts tend to have lots more mistakes than polished drafts that have been revised multiple times. 

I learned by comparing these two articles that no one is a perfect writer, especially on the first try. I would agree that revision do seem like a lot of extra work before you do them, but they end up making a big difference in your grade or even just your work. To me, revision seem like a lot of extra work when I just get done writing a paper that I’ve spent lots of time on, but it always ends up worth it. I’ve also learned in these two articles that revising or going back and re-reading your work makes you look at what you’ve wrote differently. You tend to catch mistakes, poor sentences, etc. and you end up with a good final product in the end.

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Blog Post #9

Posted on October 18, 2023 by Janelle

In “Revision is Central to Developing Writing” by Doug Downs, it is made clear that revision does not make you a weak writer, it makes you a strong writer. Writers create many drafts of their work until they can create the perfect result. The revision process is important to developing a compelling piece of writing. Revision with other people allows other ideas to be brought into your writing which can give the writer a new point of view. It also gives the writer time to look back and reflect on what they can change. Revision is another chance to succeed in your writing.

When comparing and contrasting “Revision is Central to Developing Writing” by Doug Downs and “Shitty First Drafts” by Anne Lamott the first thing I noticed is that every first draft needs changes. Downs and Lamott stress the importance of revision and reflection. Downs’s essay talks about reviewing with other people to gain more perspective but Lamott’s essay just talks about self revision. By comparing these two articles I learned that rewriting is a good thing and necessary to develop your writing.

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Blog Post #9

Posted on October 18, 2023 by Aubrie

The article “Revision Is Central Developing Writing” written by Doug Downs. Down explains the importance of revision. He gives an unusual explanation of how the difference between editing and revising but then goes even further period he acknowledges that writers can come across negative repercussions if they fail to prepare for revision in the writing process. He explains that while writing writers usually find something to say that they didn’t have to say before writing. He provides that analogy that writing is like driving with headlights at night. The writer like the driver can only see what is lit up in front of them at any given time. But as the writer continues like the driver, additional thoughts become visible. He notes that the practice of revision is what sets the writer up to find their path.

Between the two articles “Shitty First Drafts” and “Revision Is Central to Developing Writing” there is a common theme between them that is highlighting improvement of writing. Both articles are focused on improving writing making that the main topic of them. They both just take different approaches to get the message across. The article “Shitty First Drafts” is focused on more of an emotional forgiveness in the revision process to feel confident. Whereas the article “Revision Is Central to Developing Writing” is more focused on the ideas that go into the writing process. One thing that I learned from both readings is that failure and setbacks are important in the writing process because they help you improve and become a better writer

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Blog Post #9

Posted on October 18, 2023 by Angelina

The article “Revision is Central to Developing Writing” by Doug Downs goes into more of the art of writing.  Downs goes into how you can’t see new things from completing the first draft.  This goes into the ideas that the writing process is built on the idea of being focused on the future drafts.  One connection they compared this to is the idea of a car’s lights and you driving to whatever you see in the car’s light.  The idea given is that the idea of failure is bad but instead just an idea that there is room for improvement and to look at it to help.

The ideas that “Shitty First Drafts” and “Revision is Central to Developing Writing” are both very focused on the idea of improving your writing.  The improved writing is the main part of each writing and with “Shitty First Drafts” and “Revision is Central to Developing Writing”.  These also have direct connection between the two articles.  The contrasting idea is that Shitty First Drafts is focused on the self forgiving and a revision makes it easier to be more sure of your writing and feel confidence about what you are writing in the end.  What I learned from the readings and comparing them is that failure is important and helps the writer know what to modify to improve all their works and future drafts for the better.

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Blog post #8

Posted on October 14, 2023 by Alana Chapman

In “Failure Can Be an Important Part of Writing Development,” the authors use the idea of failing, as a stepping stone toward growth. Also, in a classroom setting when a grade is based on the finished product, students can become scared; in return, this can hurt their learning development. Educators can play a significant role in nurturing this mindset by providing constructive feedback, celebrating progress, and framing failures as part of the learning process.

I chose this GIF because the woman is trying to teach someone that it is okay to fail. Failing comes naturally, as the learning process does not.

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Blog Post #9

Posted on October 13, 2023 by Sadee Hall

In Doug Down´s article ¨Revision is Central to Developing Writing,¨ the main idea is that effective writing is achieved through a process of iterative revision. Writers should create multiple versions of their work, allowing for reflection, feedback, and significant development of ideas, structures, and design. This kind of revision goes beyond basic editing. Downs argues that unrevised writing is unlikely to fulfill its purpose, and writers who avoid revision are less likely to achieve positive results. Revision is compared to driving with headlights, where each draft illuminates new insights, and it is emphasized that it´s a crucial component of skilled, professional writing. The article shows the importance of making revision an expected part of the writing process, not a punishment.

Both Doug Downs´ ¨Revision is Central to Developing Writing¨ and Anne Lamott´s ¨Shitty First Drafts¨ emphasize the importance of multiple drafts in the writing process. Both acknowledge that first drafts are typically imperfect and need substantial revision to improve. They share the idea that writing is a process that evolves through stages. However, they differ in their primary focus. Lamott´s essay is more about embracing the messy, imperfect nature of first drafts. She encourages writers to let go of perfectionism and accept the messiness of early writing. In contrast, Downs´ essay is primarily about the crucial role of revision in developing writing, highlighting the need for deliberate and significant changes to ideas, structure, and design to create the best possible work. Comparing the two articles highlights that while the initial writing stage might be messy, its the subsequent revisions that make the writing to its full potential.

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