Expertise in creative writing

Background – researcher had previously studied 31. literature

Had initial idea for research – inspired by a book (the 32. of a famous novelist).

Posed initial question – why do some people become experts whilst others don't?

Read expertise research in different fields.

Avoided studies conducted in a 33. because too controlled.

Most helpful studies – research into practical 34. , e.g. waiting tables.

Found participants: four true 35. beginners in creative writing (easy to find) and four with extensive experience.

Using "think aloud" techniques, gathered 36. data from inexperienced writer. (During session – assistant made 37. recordings).

Gathered similar data from experienced writers.

Compared two data sets and generated a 38. for analysis

Got an expert 39. to evaluate quality of the different product.

Identified the most effective 40. of stages in producing text.