PROMOTING WRITING IN THE PRIMARY GRADES: Blogs

       We assessed a piece of writing utilizing the 6+1 characteristics of writing in this week's session. The best part of the activity was the opportunity to directly apply the characteristics. Nevertheless, allow me to present an overview of the six-plus one traits of writing. The seven traits of writing include voice, ideas, presentation, conventions, organization, word choice and sentence fluency.  Trait  Definition  Ideas  the meaning and development of the message  Presentation  the overall appearance of the work  Voice  the tone of the piece- the personal stamp that the writer brings to it  Word Choice  the specific vocabulary the writer uses to convey meaning  Sentence Fluency  the way the words and phrases flow throughout the text  Conventions  the mechanical correctness of the piece  Organization  the i

  Last LIT session focused on the 6+1 writing traits. We learned how each step was used to critique a piece of writing and how to positively give feedback that guided the students future writing. The six plus one trait is a way of teaching, modeling, and assessing the instruction of writing.  The Six Traits of writing are Ideas, Organization, Word Choice, Voice, Conventions, Sentence Fluency and Presentation. The writing traits creates a common vocabulary for students and guidelines for teachers to use with students so that they become familiar with the terms used in writing. Thus, developing a consistency of effective writing within our students from grade level to grade level.     The six traits model allows teachers and students to focus on one or two elements of writing at a time creating a more manageable and effective way for students to learn how to write. It also is a means of providing specific feedback to students through the assessment of their writing. The six traits help b

  I will reflect on the the 6 plus 1 traits of writing as I learned so much about during my  class. As  we were engaged in a group activity to identify the 6 plus 1 traits within the piece, I fully understood the way in which the traits are used in writing.  As discussed, the 6 plus 1 traits of writing refer to a widely recognized framework for assessing and improving writing skills. To my understanding the traits provide a comprehensive approach to evaluating and enhancing various aspects of writing. Each trait focuses on a specific element of writing, allowing teachers and students to identify strengths and areas for improvement. I understand the importance of compelling ideas to create valuable content for readers.  Ideas are the foundation of any piece of writing. They represent the main message or purpose that the writer intends to convey. Strong ideas engage readers and make the writing more meaningful.  I understand by organizing information in a logical manner, writers can ensu

 During LIT class dated 11/10/23 we explored and discussed the steps to the writing process along with the 6+1 traits of writing. Its is evident that the writing process has developed over the years from what Britton (1970b) labeled them as conception, incubation and production. To what they are now a more complexed problem-solving process which entails Prewriting, Drafting, Revising, Editing and Publishing. I am of the view that the writing process as a structure of non linear steps, is equipped to help writers convey their thought through print. The writing process shows an interrelated relationship with the 6+1 traits of writing. V.O.I.C.E.S as it is acronym lends it self as an additional guide of teaching, modelling and assessing students journey through the writing process. The 6+1 traits to writing also acts as an instrument for each stage of the writing process to aid students in formulating ideas, organization of those ideas, selection of appropriate words and context to writin

       During our previous class, we explored "The Writing Process" as well as "The 6+1 Traits of Writing".          Writing is, for me, this ever-changing, non-linear journey along which I discover a unique way to put thoughts into words.  The entire process can be broken down into five stages, such as prewriting, drafting, revising, editing, and publishing. Because the process is inherently recursive, I find it especially freeing. At any point, one can go back and review their methods to make them better.        The 6+1 Traits of Writing is more than a method of education; it highlights the complex landscape of writing, in my opinion. A thorough framework for navigating all aspects of the writing process, it addresses the essential elements of ideas, organization, voice, word choice, sentence fluency, conventions, and presentation. I think it's really helpful to be able to concentrate on just one or two elements of a piece of writing at a time. The learning p

  I am now empowered with more information about the writing process thanks to the prior lesson. It is the process of examining the thoughts and actions writers make when writing. Early writers' processes were broken down into three stages conception, incubation and production. The writing process consists of several stages: prewriting, drafting, revising, editing, and publishing. Each stage plays a crucial role in developing a well-crafted piece of writing. My thoughts about this, writer is able to focus on specific aspects of their work at each stage, leading to more thorough and refined final products. Each step is essential to creating well-crafted written work because it gives writer the chance to come up with ideas, organize them into a draft, improve the work's structure and clarity, proofread compositions for errors, and create it to the audience it is intended for. I have never come across the 6 plus 1 traits but as I had to research for class and had a class discussio

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