### Writing Tutorial: Academic Objectivity
EXPLORE DIRECTIONS: Read the information below, then answer the question that follows.
Type of Writing | Definition
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Objective Writing | writing that you can verify through evidence and facts and that is based on logic rather than emotion
Subjective Writing | writing that reveals the writer's feelings, opinions, and personal perspective on a topic
Usage:
- Cite facts and data
- Support any conclusions with data that clearly adds up
- Avoid personal pronouns (I, me, my, you)
- Consider word choice carefully (don't use emotionally loaded words like terrible, awesome, etc.)
- Describe things with precision and how they really are
- State any opinions without judgment and support with plenty of logical, pertinent evidence
Subjective Writing:
- Share personal stories and experiences
- Use personal pronouns
- Use words that convey emotions and opinions (love, hate, etc.)
- Express your perspective on a subject, even if others don't feel the same way
- Use your intuition or observations to support your ideas
Question:
How do you know that your Informative Essay for this Performance Task must use objective writing?
