by Dr. Rachna Jain | Strategies for Writing Groups
The sixth step is to be patient with the process. Like any other group or organization, writing groups take a while to form and to gel. Give the group time to come together, but don’t be afraid to find (or create) another if your needs change. Also,...
by Dr. Rachna Jain | Strategies for Writing Groups
The fifth step is to decide how members will leave the group and when (or if) new members will be invited in. As we already discussed, you want to keep the group small. There is such a thing as too small (less than 4 people for example.) How will the group continue if...
by Dr. Rachna Jain | Strategies for Writing Groups
The fourth step is to decide how you will communicate with each other between meetings- perhaps setting up an email list or phone tree might work. It might also be useful to have one person “host” or “organize” each meeting. This...
by Dr. Rachna Jain | Strategies for Writing Groups
The third step is to define the meeting places and times for the group, and, with this, assess everyone’s level of commitment to the group. Do you want to meet weekly? What are the expectations to participate in the group? Where will you be meeting? Is this...
by Dr. Rachna Jain | Strategies for Writing Groups
The second step is to define the goals and reasons for the group. If you all are in the same field, the writing group may be a place to extend your arguments or hone your thinking. If you all are in different fields (and writing groups work well with either kind of...
by Dr. Rachna Jain | Strategies for Writing Groups
Dissertation focused writing groups can be a strong source of support, critique, and validation in your dissertation writing process. Writing groups are a way to increase accountability, increase social support, and increase your level of self confidence and...
