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Principles of Writing Good English

This document discusses principles of effective writing. It begins by quoting two experts on writing, emphasizing that good writing clearly communicates ideas and is elegant and stylish. It then discusses what makes good writing, stating that it takes having something to say and clear thinking. It also takes time, revision, and a good editor. The document explores what makes a good writer, concluding that it is having something to say, logical and clear thinking, and learning simple rules of style. Additional tips provided for becoming a better writer include reading widely, revising writing habits, discussing research before writing, using a thesaurus, respecting the audience, and finding a good editor.

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Principles of Writing Good English

This document discusses principles of effective writing. It begins by quoting two experts on writing, emphasizing that good writing clearly communicates ideas and is elegant and stylish. It then discusses what makes good writing, stating that it takes having something to say and clear thinking. It also takes time, revision, and a good editor. The document explores what makes a good writer, concluding that it is having something to say, logical and clear thinking, and learning simple rules of style. Additional tips provided for becoming a better writer include reading widely, revising writing habits, discussing research before writing, using a thesaurus, respecting the audience, and finding a good editor.

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Part I:

Principles of Writing Good English

Muhammad Naeem
Air University Kamra Campus
Principles of Effective Writing
• "In science, the credit goes to the man who convinces the world, not
to the man to whom the idea first occurs."
--Sir William Osler
Principles of Effective Writing
• "Writing is an art. But when it is writing to inform it comes close to
being a science as well."
• --Robert Gunning,The Technique of Clear Writing
Principles of Effective Writing
• Introduction

• What makes good writing?


• What does it take to be a good writer?
Principles of Effective Writing
Takes having
• What makes good writing? something to say
and clear
thinking.
• 1. Good writing communicates an idea clearly and effectively.
• 2. Good writing is elegant and stylish.

Takes time,
revision, and a
good editor!
Principles of Effective Writing
• What makes a good writer?

• Inborn talent?
• Years of English and humanities classes?
• An artistic nature?
• The influence of alcohol and drugs?
• Divine inspiration?
Principles of Effective Writing
What makes a good writer (outside of poets, maybe):

• Having something to say.


• Logical and clear thinking.
• A few simple, learnable rules of style (the tools we’ll learn in this class).

Take home message: Writing to inform is a craft, not an art. Clear, effective
writing can be learned!
Principles of Effective Writing
• In addition to attending this lecture, other things you can do to
become a better writer:
• Read, pay attention, and imitate.
• Let go of “academic” writing habits (deprogramming step!)
• Talk about your research before trying to write about it.
• Develop a thesaurus habit. Search for the right word rather than settling for any old
word.
• Respect your audience—try not to bore them!
• Stop waiting for “inspiration.”
• Accept that writing is hard for everyone.
• Revise. Nobody gets it perfect on the first try.
• Learn how to cut ruthlessly. Never become too attached to your words.
• Find a good editor!
Questions

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