Public Writing vs. Business Writing
Some similarities and differences might be more obvious than others. To articulate those similarities and differences that might not be so immediately apparent, support your ideas with quotes from the course text and other course reading
In your opinion, what are the main similarities between business writing and public writing?
What are the main differences between these two forms of communication?
Which of these two forms of writing do you find comes to you most naturally and why?
How do you see this preference of one form over the other impacting your professional identity once you’ve earned your degree and begin to search the job market for possible employment?
If you do not plan on actively seeking employment after graduation, you may answer this last question in terms of your overall identity as an English major, writer, and critical thinker.
