Challenges of a Paper

Challenges of a Paper

Here are three important challenges that may arise when writing a persuasive essay. First is to "never lose sight of your audience" as stated in the article by Cannon, Ann Edwards. When considering this the writer should think about who will be reading the essay. Is the writers target audience for or against what the topic is about? This will make a big difference in the approach the writer takes, is the writer trying to convince his/her audience to agree with him/her or go along with the opposition. This moves the writer right along to what Beverstock and McIntyre stated regarding "staying focused on your thoughts as you write." It does not make any difference if your grammar and punctuation are correct the first time around. Simply writing your thoughts down on the paper is the key. The third challenge that may arise is also discussed by Beverstock and McIntyre, "making a personal editing list." Each writer must create their own editing list. At this point the reading aloud comes into play, as well as the grammar and punctuation corrections. During this process the writer will need to make sure you have enough supporting information as well. You will be able to determine which of your supporting facts are the strongest and which supporting facts you can delete all together.

The strategies I as a writer will use to overcome the previously mentioned challenges will be follow the writing process, identifying my target audience, and editing. By following the process I will need to make sure there is an introduction, I have addressed my target audience, add the strongest supporting points, add opposing viewpoints, and organize my paper. I will have to be aware of who my target audience is, I can do this by asking the questions that Cannon brought up such as "what age group am I writing for, beliefs, tastes, experiences etc.." This will help me to stay right on target. Brainstorming is a way to get all of my thoughts down on paper. It does not matter if the grammar and punctuation are correct as long as I got down all of the information I want to convey to the reader. I must be able to hook the reader into wanting to read more. When I am brainstorming or clustering I, want to make sure that I not only document the positives but add in some negatives as well. Ultimately it is my job as the writer to try to convince the reader to choose a side. When I begin the editing process I, have a highlighter handy so that I can quickly mark my errors. Reading my work aloud helps me carefully identify any grammar or punctuation mistakes, as well as word choices. I also make sure I have a dictionary and thesaurus available during this process. By completing all of these tools I, can eliminate errors as well as create a piece that has sentenced variety and rhythm. I want the piece to flow smoothly.

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