Post 4 - Writing as a Tool for Learning

Most people would not think of writing as a tool. Writing is very much a tool; a tool used for vast learning. The definition of a tool is a device or implement, especially one held in the hand, used to carry out a particular function. How do you write? You write with your hand. You have to use critical thinking to write.  You have to determine sentence structure and flow, spelling, added details, and be careful not to create errors. 

I use writing  as a tool for learning for many subjects. In math class, I'm constantly taking notes and writing practice problems in order to get better. In English class, writing is the focus and you literally learn to write.  At work, I have certain jobs that require measurements and we always have to document all work done on the aircraft. I've used email and texting for communication between instructors and coworkers.