Best Practices to Prepare Writers for Their Professional Paths

Carissa A. Barker-Stucky, Kemi Elufiede (Herausgeber)

Buch | Softcover

300 Seiten

2024
Information Science Reference (Verlag)
978-1-6684-9028-0 (ISBN)

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The world of writing is in constant flux, presenting a challenge to aspiring writers and educators alike. From the rapid evolution of digital platforms to the complex demands of diverse writing fields, staying ahead has never been more critical. Many academic scholars and institutions find it increasingly challenging to equip students with the necessary skills and knowledge to navigate this shifting landscape successfully. Graduates are often left ill-prepared to thrive in the competitive, dynamic field of professional writing. Best Practices to Prepare Writers for Their Professional Paths addresses the pressing issue head-on. This book serves as the definitive solution for educators, academic scholars, and anyone invested in nurturing the next generation of writers. This comprehensive resource compiles a wealth of research, industry best practices, and real-world experience, ensuring that readers emerge with the proficiency and confidence needed to excel in their chosen writing domains. This book covers a wide spectrum of essential topics, including digital education, technical writing, business writing, academic publishing, personal growth, creative writing, and publishing industry insights. By leveraging this resource, educators and scholars can revolutionize their teaching methods, bridging the gap between traditional education and the dynamic realities of the writing profession. It equips students with a holistic skill set that encompasses both creative and analytical writing, positioning them as competitive candidates in the ever-evolving writing industry.

Carissa A. Barker-Stucky is a freelance writer, editor, and graphic designer. She has been with Carnegie Writers, Inc. since 2015 and is currently the Chair of the Publications Committee. Carissa graduated from Southwest Baptist University with a Bachelor of Art in English and Master of Fine Arts in Writing from Lindenwood University. Kemi Elufiede , an educator, administrator, author, editor, and poet, has 18 years of professional experience in public, higher, and community education, as well as in the nonprofit sector and social services. She has held various roles, including tutor, teacher, mentor, instructor, evaluations manager, dean, case manager, residence director, and nonprofit leader. In these positions, she has implemented and facilitated programs to improve literacy skills, behavioral health, developmental disabilities, career and workforce development, personal growth, faculty development, academic readiness, and student engagement. She has presented at over 20 professional conferences and workshops and facilitated more than 30 programs. She holds a degree in P-12 Special Education from Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College, a B.L.S. in Psychology, an M.Ed. in Adult Education from Georgia Southern University, an MBA from West Chester University, and an Ed.D. from Lipscomb University.

Erscheinungsdatum	28.12.2023
Verlagsort	PA
Sprache	englisch
Maße	178 x 254 mm
Themenwelt	Schulbuch / Wörterbuch ► Wörterbuch / Fremdsprachen
	Geisteswissenschaften ► Sprach- / Literaturwissenschaft ► Literaturwissenschaft
	Geisteswissenschaften ► Sprach- / Literaturwissenschaft ► Sprachwissenschaft
ISBN-10	1-6684-9028-5 / 1668490285
ISBN-13	978-1-6684-9028-0 / 9781668490280
Zustand	Neuware