Writing


 * #5 Module – Inspiring Writing **


 * 1. Core Beliefs about Writing**
 * Writing should be practiced daily.
 * Every student needs the ability to clearly communicate through written composition.
 * Teachers must conference with student writers is imperative for their development.
 * The craft of writing should be integrated into every aspect of language arts.
 * Writers are more enthused when picking their own subjects.
 * Writers need writing models to learn.
 * Teachers must scaffold the writing process for students to develop writing skills.
 * Teachers should establish venues to publish student writings.
 * Writing is an ever-developing discipline – never mastered.

The process approach to writing presented in the text is a full scope guide to establish excellent writing skills in students. Usually, students are only presented with the steps on how to write a composition – prewriting, writing, editing, proofreading, and publishing. However, there are more elements needed to gain a full understanding of the process of writing, making it a relevant and effective venture for students. By understanding additional aspects needed for successful writing, students can approach the task with less anxiety about the process. 3. What is the teacher’s role for EACH phases of the writing process?
 * 2. Benefits from Using a Process to Improve Writing**

Prewriting and Drafting– Teachers should not interfere with the prewriting. Teachers should explain the process of prewriting and aid their collection of inventory, but should not respond until a text is developed.

Revising – Teachers should aid the writer in making increasingly effective critiques of the developing draft. In order to accomplish this task, teachers must have a keen understanding of what the student thinks of their draft to know how to read it to offer support. The teacher becomes the student, allowing the student to teach the instructor the subject matter. Once the teacher has read and listened to the text from the writers’ point of view, the teacher is equipped to give minimal but effective responses help develop a polished composition.

Editing - Teacher facilitates student going line by line to correct and polish grammar, usage and sentence structure.

Time, ownership and response are needed to implement a successful writing workshop. Students will have more to write if they have more time in which to write it. Consistent and frequent writing time helps to develop good writers. If students feel they own their writing work and process, they are more likely to execute more effectively. It makes them feel like its their project and they must take care of the process and the finished product. Response is needed to allow the receive validation for their work from peers and adults. Moreover, it provides aid from the teacher to gain greater insight and polish the finished writing product.
 * 4. Writing Workshop Proper – Three Ingredients**

Ideas – message and all the ideas that bring it to light This is the heart or the purpose for which the writer writes. It holds to writers’ perspective and message.
 * 5. Six Traits of Good Writing Model Guide**

Organization – the overall design of the piece This is the arrangement of ideas and thoughts. In order for a reader to gasp the heart of the writer, it must be organized in a fashion that is easily digested.

Voice – the presence of the writer on the page The voice embodies the character, wit and intelligence of the writer. The voice is where the writer connects with the reader, giving the piece credence and relevance to its audience. Word Choice – the words and phrases the writer chooses to make meaning Word choice is important to create mood and sentiment in the piece. It is the tools used to sway a reader to writers’ point of view and evokes emotion.

Sentence Fluency – the rhythm and flow of the language – how it plays to the ear Sentence fluency entices the reader to continue reading. It makes the language of the piece flow and showcases the level of craft the writer possesses.

Conventions – the writers’ attention to editorial details. Writing must be grammatically correct. Conventions are needed for readers to understand the writer’ message. If grammar, usage, spelling or punctuation is not correct, the reader will not be able to ascertain the correct meaning from the author.

I will have an assignment to write a letter to Congress regarding the student loan rates increase that is up for decision. Since my students will be entering college soon, researching a topic that will affect them financial is an authentic project. Students will research this current issue and write a persuasive letter to Congress. At the end of the writing process, the students will either mail their letters or publish their writings on a blog.
 * 6. Authentic Writing Assignments**

This is an excellent resource for teachers, students, and parents for more than just the exercise of writing. Not only does it explicate various writing genres, it also has videos on effective methods for discipline and information on TOEFL test preparation. Since the links are packed with information and resources, this site is extremely beneficial to teachers and students. The grammar and punctuation rules are clear and concise, ideal for students that are struggling with usage. Since the site is not difficult to understand, it is a worthy resource for those focused on strengthening their writing skills.
 * 7. Daily – Writing – Prompt Website**

[] This is a simple explication of the writing process for students to comprehend the procedure.
 * 8. Resources**
 * Overview of the writing process

[] This site showcases the six traits of good writing, forms of writing and standards for parents to view.
 * Explanation of the 6-traits of good writing

[] This is a map helping students organize their thoughts for a persuasive paper.
 * Resource for persuasive writing – including argument and opinion

http://www.writeawriting.com/essay/write-informative-essay/– non-fiction This is a video for developing an informative essay. It provides a visual demonstration of a well-developed informative essay layout. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FI4MRqt69b8&feature=related This is a video for developing an narrative essay. It provides a visual demonstration of a well-developed informative essay layout.
 * Resource for informative writing
 * Resource for narrative writing – fiction