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An OpEdNews editor, Sherwin Steffin is a retired educator, and research analyst. His working career ranged from classroom teacher, university administrator, founder and CEO of two software companies, independent consultant, ending as a research statistician for a large Internet Service Provider.
Although he has some mobility problems, his life continues to be productive and enjoyable. He spends his time doing online tutoring, reading writing entries in his blog, operating an online store, and dabbling a bit in the Foreign Exchange trading markets.
Monday, July 25, 2011 The Nuerocognition of Reading and Writing (2 comments)
Writing is both craft and art. Perhaps the toughest writing is that of the OpEd Piece. The writer wants to convince his reader that what he says is important, and correct. Easy to do when, "Preaching to the choir." Instead, you are seeking to change the thinking of those opposed to your views, that's something else, entirely. You have two chances to change the opinion of opponents Slim and None! If you can't get the basics correct in every respect, then, don't waste your time. Mistakes give your opponents a reason to dismiss you as being ignorant, sloppy, or lacking commitment to your work.
Friday, September 12, 2008 A War of two Worlds - Part 1
In this, Part I of a three part article, the author presents a new method to evaluate the potential effectiveness of Op Ed or other expository writings. Part 2 considers the barriers faced by activists as they attempt to influence citizen motivation to participate in the political process. Part 3 looks at the targets of policy change, the Politicians, and the potential for changing their behavior.
Thursday, June 26, 2008 Using Cross Tabulation
This article is intended to assist both Poll writers and Poll Readers to make maximum use of the data found in each poll and the demographic data which accompanies it.
