Step 3:  Revising

Objectives:

·        To investigate and practice revision form, technique and strategy

Outcomes:

·        To demonstrate more effective writing through the use of systematic revision methods

Warm-Up:

1. Print this topic list.  Do not read it right now!   You can use these topics to practice elements of the writing process, including revision.  http://abeged.com/essaytopics.html

2. Complete Writing Process Step1- Pre-Writing activities

3. Complete Writing Process Step 2- Drafting activities

New Instruction:

1. Read the following articles on the elements of drafting effective writing. 

2. Complete at least one exercise for each article.  

   ·        You will need writing paper and a pen or pencil.

   ·        If you need a writing topic, use one from your printout (see above).

3. Take notes and create examples for your future reference. 

·        Revision tips and exercises: 

http://www.sandhills.edu/english/essaybasics/revisiontips.html

·        Proofreading strategies: 

http://owl.english.purdue.edu/handouts/general/gl_proof.html

·        Proofread your work (checklist of questions): http://owl.english.purdue.edu/handouts/general/gl_proof2.html

·        Evaluating a paragraph (checklist of questions):  http://www.kcmetro.cc.mo.us/maplewoods/writeplace/EvaluatingParagraph.htm

Feedback and Review:

Use specific revision technique for two classroom writings.  Afterwards, show your notes and revised draft to your instructor for feedback and discussion.  

·        How did using these techniques affect your writing experience? 

·        How will your writing change when you focus more on effective revision?

Transfer of Knowledge or Skills:

1.      Apply elements of effective revision to writing formal letters and for clearly organizing discussions, arguments, meetings, etc. 

2.      How does being thoughtful and organized BEFORE these activities change the outcome?