expert writers focus on global problems, while novice writers focus on local problems. Novice writers spend the bulk of their time assessing whether they are using the correct word or phrase, or in evaluating the structure of a sentence. They become easily lost in the details, and lose the global view of the whole argument. In contrast, expert writers constantly evaluate the form or shape of their argument. Expert writers focus on making sure that their global meaning is communicated through the words and sentences. The meaning is primary, and every word, sentence, and paragraph in a polished
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