Academic writing myth refers to the misconceptions and stereotypes surrounding the nature and process of writing in an academic context. As soon as some students discover they need to write an academic article, they get overwhelmed basically because they always think about the rules involved and besides, they believe writing is difficult because of the rules that can actually not be violated (Thaiss and Zawacki 12). Carroll argues that academic writing has been painted by our flawed education system as a monster to be feared. However, academic writing shows us what the writer believes and what proof has led to that thought (40). Writing is an ability with which individuals are born, but most people believe they don’t have it (Irvin 5). Below are myths that align with my personal experience. Conversely, I chose these three myths because it will make me to write quick and effortless academic paper with a faultless logical flow that leads the reader without creating any doubt from the introduction to the very last line. According to Irvin in myth number 2, writers begin writing only when they have it all worked out (4).
He stated “Writing is not like sending a fax!” However, writers work out much of what they want to write as they write it. Instead of waiting, the writer can get some writing, even with break or one issue or the other on the paper. In order to correct this area of difficulty, the writer can always come back (Irvin 4). From my own point of view, when it comes to academic writing, I do plan everything before I start my writing. But, I believe in breaks in writing and unfinished ideas, and the reason is that I can always go back and perfect it whenever I finish. Conversely, I believe so much in this myth because it assists me a lot while writing. For me to write quickly and effectively, I do plan everything I want to write before I start writing. While writing, I do always have break, and unfinished ideas, but always make sure I come back to fill…….Read more
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