TUE, AUG 11
Pds 1 & 4
1. Meecher partner quizzes
2. Presentations
3. Editing notes handout
HW: Write a ¶ that needs all 16 editing marks.
Pd 2
1. Notes to tray
2. Partners switch editing ¶s for homework.
3. Six Traits* of writing Quiz Wed (see below for traits)
HW: Read and answer questions on pp 4&5 of College Essay handout. We will be writing a college essay based on this handout.
HW: Bring in a copy of your best college essay if you have written any.
Pd 6
1. Presentations of partners
2. Six Traits* of writing Quiz Wed (see below for traits)
3. Exchange editing ¶s with your partner
HW: Edit partners writing with editing marks
*SIX TRAITS PLUS 1 OF WRITING
1. IDEAS: Meaning, message, content
2. ORGANIZATION: Structure, order
3. CONVENTIONS: Rules
4. VOICE: Writing is engaging, honest, and/or personal
5. WORD CHOICE: Words are rich, precise, and/or colorful
6. SENTENCE FLUENCY: The rhythm and flow of language
+1 PRESENTATION: Looks, appearance of the piece of writing
