6. Writing to a specific audience
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If you personally are affected by the topic, consider what information you have from personal experience. Remember that audience members who do not share that experience might need background information that seems obvious to you. If the topic does not affect you personally, make sure to center your research on sources by authors who are affected and/or are experts on the issue. Make sure your sources represent a wide range of voices. Include information from experts who differ by race, culture, age, gender, class, ability, religion, and more, because varied perspectives give you the whole story. Your audience -- undergraduate students, graduate students, faculty, scientific researchers, administrators, managers, investors, etc. -- will influence:
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Who is my audience?
Who are the people most affected by my topic? |
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And remember, no one is part of just ONE group! Check out this video for a great way to think of your audience as being complex people with many identities. |
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Where do I locate relevant information?
Plus, check out the Audience & Bias page in Quick Links for a list of relevant research tools! |