Do you fail at expressing your thoughts in writing essays? Are you tired of writing the same ideas over and over again? Do you think that there is still an improvement that you can do with your writing skills?
In English proficiency training, the development of one’s skills and abilities are very important. Most of the time, Filipinos taking English proficiency training are very particular with their speaking skills. Most say that they are fairly good at reading, listening and even writing. However, once asked to write essays in English, the apprehension starts. Writing is merely the same with speaking. It is just that you have to put what you will be saying into written text, and most importantly, you have to consider the formality and the right usage of vocabulary to be used in the sentences. With this thought, it is important to know certain strategies that can help an individual improve their writing skills.
1. Have a journal.
Journal entries can be daily or thrice in a wee. However, if you are still starting to develop your writing skills, it is best to have an entry every day. Start your journal writing with simple entries like your activities for the day. As time goes by, choose topics like about health or science or even write thoughts about what you have read on the magazine or newspaper or heard on the news. From short essays, you will start writing longer essays. In addition, you will be able to practice your skill in thinking of ideas to support your points.
2. Build a strong foundation on grammar
Grammar is important in both speaking and writing. In writing, start building your knowledge in subject and verb agreement. The first step in writing good essays is well-built sentences. Master or even be familiar with the rules on it. Other important parts of grammar are verb tenses, prepositions and the usage of transition words in your essays.
3. Read, read, read
Fact: people only like to read what they like to read. Instead, read materials that are new to you. For example, if you are someone who is used to reading novels of romance and adventure, try reading editorials on newspapers. Not only will you discover new genres of reading but also learn new vocabulary which is helpful when you write your very own essays.
These three proven strategies help a lot in developing and building confidence in writing. Writing English essays should be easier when one learns the love for writing. Always have that journal and start scribbling now.
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