Process Writing Classroom Example

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Questions and Answers

What is the primary purpose of the drafting phase in the writing process?

To publish the essay online

To assess the strengths of anonymous essays

To finalize the topic of the essay

To combine writing practices and create a draft (correct)

During which phase do students exchange drafts for feedback?

The Freewriting Phase

The Editing & Revision Phase

The Drafting Phase

The Rewriting & Redrafting Phase (correct)

What is the role of the teacher during the drafting and redrafting phases?

To facilitate discussions and provide advice when asked (correct)

To write the final drafts for students

To dictate the topics to be discussed

To grade the students' drafts immediately

What emphasis is placed on the feedback students give to each other?

It should be polite and highlight positives Signup and view all the answers

At what stage do students publish their final drafts?

The Publication Phase Signup and view all the answers

Which activity follows the pairing of students who freewrote on the same topics?

They combine their best points into a list Signup and view all the answers

Why is an anonymous essay from a different class assessed by the students?

To learn how to give constructive feedback Signup and view all the answers

What is one goal of combining the best points from students' freewriting?

To generate ideas for controversial topics Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary objective of the pre-writing phase in the classroom example?

To brainstorm and generate ideas about a selected topic Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following describes the duration of the freewriting exercise suggested in the pre-writing phase?

Ten minutes, later extended to fifteen or twenty Signup and view all the answers

What flexibility is given to students when they encounter difficulties during freewriting?

They may repeat phrases or write 'I can't think of what to say' Signup and view all the answers

What type of topics are suggested for students to consider during the brainstorming session?

Controversial topics that stimulate discussion Signup and view all the answers

What should students do if they cannot think of a word or a spelling during freewriting?

Write down a placeholder like a squiggle or 'I can't think of it' Signup and view all the answers

How are students expected to approach the freewriting task?

By writing as much as possible without stopping Signup and view all the answers

What technique is suggested for overcoming writer's block during the exercise?

Write the same word or phrase repeatedly until a new thought emerges Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of writing quickly during the freewriting phase?

It encourages spontaneity and the flow of ideas without self-censorship Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Process Writing: A Classroom Example

This is an example of a process writing lesson used in a classroom
It involves 6 phases: pre-writing, drafting, rewriting and redrafting, feedback and revision, editing and revision, publication
The six phase model encourages peer review and collaboration
Students are encouraged to brainstorm their ideas and write freely with a focus on brainstorming ideas rather than grammar
Students share and critique each other's drafts with a focus on the ideas and content, rather than grammar or spelling

Pre-Writing Phase

Involves free writing, where students write freely for a set time, without stopping, without worrying about mistakes, spelling, or grammar
The objective of this phase is to generate as many ideas as possible
The text suggests a free writing time of 10-20 minutes

Drafting Phase

Students work in pairs
They combine their individual freewriting into a bullet-pointed list
The best ideas and arguments are chosen to be included in a draft essay
Students then discuss controversial topics with classmates, referring to internet sources and newspaper articles
Students modify their drafts based on this research and discussion

Rewriting & Redrafting Phase

Students swap their drafts with other pairs, and provide feedback on the ideas in the draft
The focus is on the content of the essay
The teacher acts as a resource for individual students who may want more specific feedback

Feedback & Revision Phase

The teacher provides an example of an anonymous student's essay, and asks the class to comment on its strengths and weaknesses
The teacher then provides their feedback to the students, highlighting the importance of positive and constructive criticism
Students are encouraged to offer supportive feedback on each other's drafts

Editing & Revision Phase

Students revise their drafts based on feedback from their peers

Publication Phase

The final drafts are published on a school/university website.

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Description

Explore the stages of process writing through this classroom example. This quiz focuses on the six phases: pre-writing, drafting, feedback, editing, and publication. Discover how collaboration and peer review enhance student writing while prioritizing idea generation over grammar.