Response Paper

Response Paper of Writing for the reader: A problem – Solution

By Tom Miller and Dee Parker

          I agree when we say that it is difficult to properly write an essay, an article or any other role that we desire without having the right strategies. Many have written about the processes for good writing and so many options we found, as we know what is right for us. I believe that before starting any process of writing, the author must be clear on how to explain the issue and make it easier for the reader; According to Miller. T., (1997) "the author needs to ask a series of questions such as: What is the purpose of the article and what do potential readers already know about the topic?" Once these questions are answered will be much easier to write the paper we want to write. I think that sometimes it is difficult write because we do not have a correct strategy.

          One of the biggest problems present at the time of writing is like entering an idea clearly and concretely. Taking the time to read more than once the text is not always easy; however, I believe we can read the text carefully and interpret what the author wants to tell us, that might give us a little work, because we can draw the main and secondary ideas, establish a relationship with the writer, also we can make a small summary text and followed the essential points. Once we have done all we can begin writing trying to keep our clear ideas when writing and try to write according to a formal format.

(...) the description of the problem helps the readers identify

with the context described to the extent that she or he may feel

that the situation is actually very similar to his or her own.

It is important to note that all the paragraphs and even the

sentences normally work to serve the larger organization

of the text. (…) Miller, T.

         I see that in this type of article, one expects a switch from problem to solution. This switch is signaled in many ways, first and foremost by heading. In short, the change in orientation from problem to solution is indicated not only by the heading, wich is the inverse of the problem section, but by the beginning of the sentences, which substitute passive students for active problem-solving teachers and by switch from synonyms of problem or words of negation to synonyms of solution of the agents of changes.

          In conclusion this article emphasized the importance of the article format, which serves a purpose of situating the writer and orienting the reader. Articles which include signposts such as heading and good initial directions in the introductions will keep the reader on track as she or he attempts to understand the ideas and the connection between different parts of the text. Whether the article follows the problem-solution structure as exemplified in this article or some other strategy, the order of information in the sentences will most probably vary with sections.