I found both articles, “Spaces for Writing” and “Why
Rhetoric?” very interesting. I had never
really thought about what it takes to be a great writer, presenter or
communicator. In these articles I got
the chance to see how everything you say in words, images and writing can leave
a huge impact on others. My love for
books had always been strong, and while growing up I had always imagine becoming
a great writer. I even when as far as imagining myself writing a great novel? My thoughts, ideas and images of what I wanted
to write about had always been many that
I never felt organized. In “Spaces for Writing?’ they talked about how having
so many ideas in your head can crowd out your ability to think clearly and
communicate concisely. That was one of
my strong problems, along with writing too much and knowing what is worth
saying. Who would have thought that
writing had so many rules? Although, it
is understandable that as a good writer, presenter and debater you want to be
able to keep your audience engaged in the important issues you are trying to
communicate.
I was also interested in the reading about “Kaipos”, and the
opportunity or what they call the “season” of speaking. I would have never had thought how important
timing can be to saying or not saying something and the consequences that come
along with saying them. Understanding Rhetoric can be very confusing, but at
the same time fascinating and leaving you with wanting to know more.
Hey Leonor! I’m glad you found the readings interesting and useful, I did too! Who would have thought that after only one week of assigned reading, we’d already have these different ideas about writing and everything that goes into it? It truly is crazy (in a good way!) that something so ‘simple’ as writing has so much more to it, and so much more to be understood before we can be as great at writing as possible. We clearly have lots to learn this quarter!!
ReplyDeleteThe “Kaipos” discussion was super interesting, and it made me understand that the timing of our writing is actually really important—just as important as understanding our real argument and our audience. The example the reading used, about how digital writers sometimes feel obligated to rush clicking send to get their point across, made the concept of Kaipos really make sense to me.
Lenor, I can easily relate with you when it comes to all the rules about writing. I also have so many ideas in my head but it becomes so hectic because I don't know where to begin and how to layout everything. The hardest part is being able to only pick a few ideas and trying to organize them in a way that you think the audience will approve.
ReplyDeleteDon't give up on your dreams. If you want to write, go write! You still have plenty of time to learn, practice, and publish. Good look with your future endeavors.