Writing+Terms

=1. MAPS-- = ====Mode--the genre in which you are writing. A writer should be familiar with the expectations of the genre in which they are writing. There are literally thousands of genres from novels to text messages. ====

Audience--When writing, it is important to remember who you are writing for. Effective writing communicates clearly with the intended audience.

Purpose--The aim or goal of the writing. When approaching a piece of writing, ask yourself. Why ami I writing this? What am I trying to achieve? How can I do this?

Situation--The circumstances from which you are writing. The situation could have an impact on the voice or tone with which you write.