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Problem : Ineffective Writing

The Writing Process and 6 Plus 1 Traits “Writing allows you to penetrate your life and learn to trust your own mind.” Natalie Goldberg By Kathy Mraz. Problem : Ineffective Writing. Solution: Effective Writing. Prewrite Think, Think, Think …. Pre-Writing means “before writing”

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Problem : Ineffective Writing

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  1. The Writing Processand6 Plus 1 Traits“Writing allows you to penetrate your life and learn to trust your own mind.”Natalie GoldbergBy Kathy Mraz

  2. Problem: Ineffective Writing Solution: Effective Writing

  3. PrewriteThink, Think, Think … Pre-Writing means “before writing” “Getting your thoughts down on paper” • Choose a topic that interests you • Brainstorm or generate ideas for your topic • Focus on a main idea

  4. Prewrite Cont. • Who is my audience? • What is my purpose? • What do I want to say? • How do I want to say it? • What graphic organizer will I use?” Webbing Venn Diagram Listing Outlining

  5. Rough DraftWrite, Write, Write … Drafting is putting your ideas and thoughts together • “Are my thoughts organized?” • “In what order do I want to say my ideas?”

  6. Drafting cont.1. Opening Paragraph: Gain your reader’s attention Introduce your topic and main points Identify your thesis2. Middle Paragraphs: Each paragraph must support your thesis Each paragraph needs a topic sentence3. Closing Paragraph: Restate thesis Review main points Answer any remaining questions Write – get your ideas down – don’t worry about errors

  7. RevisingChange, Change, Change… Make changes to your writing until you are satisfied with what it says • Improve your writing in the following ways:

  8. Revising Cont. • Revise for Ideas • Check for depth • Check for focus of each supporting paragraph • Check for clarity and completeness • Revise for Organization • Check the overall plan of writing • Check your opening • Check your closing

  9. Revising Cont. • Revise for Voice • Check your purpose • Revise for Word Choice • Locate problems with word choice • Use the right level of language • Revise for Effective Sentence Fluency • Avoid fragments and run-ons • Check for sentence length variation

  10. Editing and ProofreadingFix, Fix, Fix… Improve the readability and accuracy of your writing • Correct your writing

  11. Editing and Proofreading cont. • Punctuation • Mechanics: • Spelling • Capitalization • Grammar • Presentation

  12. PublishingDone, done, done! The finished product! • Type the Final Draft • Hand it in

  13. Publishing Cont. • Ask yourself these questions before handing in • “Did I do my best work?” • “Did I include a title (if needed)?” • “Is my final copy neat?” • Show your BEST work! Congratulations!

  14. 6 Plus 1 Traits “Identify the main features found in effective writing”

  15. Ideas • A narrow topic, so it’s easy to write about • Clear and focused thoughts and ideas • Important details with good support • Use a fresh, original perspective • When possible, write from experience

  16. Organization • A great introduction that makes you want to read more (hook) • A conclusion that ties it all together(clincher) • Body paragraphs deal with main points of the topic • Use logical and effective order, structure & sequence • Use smooth transitions to emphasize main points • Place supporting details where they are most appropriate

  17. Voice • Write honestly and from the heart • Interact with the reader without using YOU • Use expression” to let your personality shine through • Use language that brings the topic to life

  18. Word Choice • Use words correctly and in the right place • Use words that create a mental picture • Use vivid verbs, specific nouns and adjectives • Avoid repetition, slang, and clichés

  19. Sentence Fluency • An easy flow and rhythm throughout the writing • Vary sentence beginning, structure, and length • Sentences that encourage expressive reading • Use transitions (internal & external) to promote cadence

  20. Conventions • Correct spelling on all words • Use accurate and creative punctuation and capitalization • Correct grammar and language • Make sure paragraphs all work together • Turn in a clean, edited, and polished final draft

  21. Sources • Writers Inc. by Patrick Sebranek, Dave Kemper, & Verne Meyer • “The Writing Process” (http://74.125.47.132/search?q=cache:EUv1lZtltAsJ:missryan.mattmorris.com/writingprocess.ppt+The+Writing+Process+powerpoint&cd=5&hl=en&ct=clnk) • “The Writing Process” by Jason Lockhart (http://74.125.47.132/search?q=cache:9MPh_zLov7cJ:www.lexington1.net/technology/instruct/ppts/LAppts/35/writingprocess1.ppt+The+Writing+Process+powerpoint+lockhart&cd=1&hl=en&ct=clnk) • “The 6 Traits of Writing” by Jennifer Heidl-Knobloch & Jody Drake (http://74.125.47.132/search?q=cache:cY5HrFo57MEJ:fvwp.uwosh.edu/writings/2005writings/jenniferheidl-knoblochjodydrakepro.ppt+The+6+Traits+of+Writing+Heidl-Knobloch&cd=2&hl=en&ct=clnk) • “6 plus 1 Writing Traits” by Mrs. Johnson(http://74.125.47.132/search?q=cache:H9fL0S-J314J:216.101.58.17/ms/eajohnson/6_plus_1_Writing_Traits%255B1%255D.ppt+6+plus+1+writing+traits+johnson&cd=1&hl=en&ct=clnk)

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