Chapter 10- Writing competency Flashcards
(24 cards)
What should ELAR teachers be knowledgeable about to help students develop writing competency?
Teaching strategies and methods for writing effectively for various audiences and purposes.
What are the four types of writing typically done in ELAR classrooms?
- Narration
- Description
- Exposition
- Argument (or persuasive writing)
What is the purpose of an essay in the writing process?
To encourage students to develop ideas and concepts in their writing with little more than their own thoughts.
What skills do essays require students to practice?
- Close reading
- Analysis
- Comparison and contrast
- Persuasion
- Conciseness
- Clarity
- Exposition
True or False: Essays are graded primarily on grammar and mechanics.
False
What must students determine regarding their writing?
The purpose and audience.
What are some common purposes for which students might write?
- Inform
- Entertain
- Explain
- Persuade
What is the benefit of unevaluated writing journals in classrooms?
They allow students to explore topics of personal interest and ensure internal motivation for writing.
What is journal writing primarily used for in the classroom?
Self-expression and reflection on thoughts, feelings, opinions, and emotions.
Fill in the blank: Journal writing allows students to practice skills without the focus being on _______.
[grammar and mechanics]
What are some suggested activities for using journals in an ELAR classroom?
- Class warm-up activity with writing prompts
- Write about a topic before or after instruction
- Personal journal without prompts
- Create a dialogue journal
What should journal grades reflect?
Participation and content, not grammar and mechanics.
What classroom environment is important for engaging students in writing?
A supportive, safe classroom climate.
What are some strategies to support writing in the classroom?
- Letting students critique each other’s writing
- Providing choice in assignments
- Pairing students for feedback
- Using grading rubrics and checklists
What must students understand about plagiarism?
Copyright rules that protect sources, including electronic sources.
What are the most acceptable formats for communicating sources?
- Modern Language Association (MLA)
- American Psychological Association (APA)
- Chicago Manual of Style
What is the first step of assessing writing?
Gathering data or evidence of student learning.
What methods can be used for assessing students’ writing process?
- Oral responses in discussions
- Reading or literature logs
- Conferencing
- Journals or learning logs
- Self-evaluation checklists
What is authentic assessment?
Assessment that connects reading and writing to real-world events and values the thinking behind the process.
What does performance assessment require from students?
To demonstrate their knowledge, skills, and strategies by creating a response or product.
What is constructed response in writing assessment?
Students answer questions or respond to assignments individually, usually in writing.
What citation formatting do TExEs exam candidates need to understand?
MLA citation formatting.
What are the distinguishing features of various forms of writing that teachers should understand?
- Exposition
- Persuasion
- Description
- Narration (also referred to as EDNA)
What is the importance of teaching writing as a tool in the classroom?
For reflection, exploration, learning, problem solving, and personal growth.
