Why Writers Write
Area
Reading, writing and literature
Duration
14 sessions
Dimension of the advised group of students
One group of 20-30 people divided in small groups of 4
Specific objectives
- To participate in collaborative conversations with diverse partners
- To discuss the importance of writing in our lives
- To develop creative writing skills
Needed Materials
- Markers
- Samples of writing
If the training is organized online one communication platform will be necessary.
Software
- One online communication platform, such us: Zoom, Google Meet, Webex, etc.
- In person, no software is needed.
Description
Writing is the fuel that drives communication, and communication serves as a
framework for society. Clear communication—and hence, good writing—is critical
because it facilitates coworker collaborations, business transactions and interpersonal
interactions. Understanding reasons why people write and why writers choose this
format to develop their ideas are essential to develop these abilities in the youth.
The activities are designed to spark curiosity in participants to begin their journeys are
writers, share their ideas in groups and reflect on each other’s pieces. Participants are
risk of demotivation must be encouraged to see writing as an outlet for their interests
and frustrations, perhaps by highlighting authors and activists who have used texts as
a means to call attention to their struggles.
Procedure on how to put in practice
One of the selected activities could be:
Finding Ideas
Duration: 60 minutes
No of participants: small groups
Methods used: group discussion
Competences developed: critical thinking, reflection, reading comprehension, writing
skills
Step-by-step description:
1. Discuss a short story or famous book that participants know and think about
where the author got their ideas for the text.
2. Think individually of something you know a lot about or things that usually
happen to you and share those ideas with your group.
3. Make a list of ideas the group has thought about.
4. Write a short text about someone or something you are very familiar with.
5. Share your texts with the group and reflect on what gave each person their
idea for their writing.
Debriefing question: What difficulties did you encounter while writing? What might
you need to do to write about a topic you are unfamiliar with?
