Product vs Process

Writing can be approached from two perspectives: product-oriented and process-oriented. We delve into the nuances of both, emphasising the importance of understanding the distinction for effective writing, particularly in the context of scientific research and science/scholarly writing.

1. Understanding Writing Perspectives:

   • How do you currently perceive the process of academic writing? Do you find yourself more aligned with a product-oriented or process-oriented approach?

   • Reflect on a recent writing task you completed. Can you identify the stages you went through from pre-writing to revision? How does this align with the process-oriented approach discussed in the video?

2. The Role of Revision:

   • The video emphasises that writing is more about revising than initial drafting. How do you approach revisions in your writing? Think of an example where revision significantly improved your work.

3. Writing as a Learning Tool:

   • Discuss how writing has contributed to your learning and understanding of your research topic. Can you provide an instance where writing helped clarify a complex concept for you?

4. Utilizing Writing Groups:

   • Have you ever participated in a writing group or peer review session? Reflect on the experience and how it impacted your writing process. If not, how might you incorporate this into your routine?

5. Cognitive Development in Writing:

   • Reflect on your writing journey from the early stages of your academic career to now. How have you transitioned from knowledge telling to knowledge crafting?

6. Pre-writing and Organisation:

   • What strategies do you use during the pre-writing phase to organise your thoughts and ideas? How effective have these strategies been, and how could they be improved?

7. Professional vs. Novice Writing Strategies:

   • Based on the video's comparison between professional and novice writers, where do you see yourself? What specific strategies can you adopt to move closer to a professional writing approach?

8. Strategy Adjustment:

   • Identify one writing strategy you currently use that you think could be improved or changed. What steps will you take to adjust this strategy based on insights from the video?