The 6+1 Trait Writing Model
- Ideas
- Organization
- Voice
- Word Choice
- Sentence Fluency
- Conventions
- Presentation
I love this because I think it is a perfect piece to give to students after writing a first draft. When revising I think students can look at this list and see if they have these in their writing. It is just enough to where it isn't overly powerful, but it can pull the writers best work out of them. It can also highlight the student's personality in their writing and allow the student to have power in their writing. It is important for students to feel like they have some power and and are able to express their individuality. Meanwhile, the student also has enough direction that they can learn and improve their writing skills.
I like that you point out student power in their writing and the freedom this still gives them. Rather than have a laundry list of things to perfect. Do you think this can also be used for writing other than essays? Could you use this for poetry or narrative writing?
ReplyDeleteI like the comment about the balance between students writing papers and still being able to express themselves through their writing. The traits will allow a student to focus their ideas.
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