KHS Writing Tutorial
Description of The Writing Process
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Prewriting is an activity that requires the writer to brainstorm possible opinions, reasons and justifications, as well as to cite examples to be included in the response. Methods include webs, clusters, lists, free writing, and brain dumping. Organization occurs in various forms, including chronological, sequence, cause/effect, category, or comparison. Information is then organized/arranged according to the five-paragraph thesis format: introduction, body, and conclusion.
Drafting is the point at which an actual essay begins to take shape. A three-point thesis, or main point to be proven, is first created. Details/examples from the text are used to prove the thesis. Points should demonstrate analysis of the information, not just duplication.
Editing can occur individually, with peers in small cooperative groups, or with teacher guidance. Editing codes should be used consistently to develop recognition and comfort. Then errors are corrected on the draft to complete the Revision. Teamwork is essential for quality peer edit/revision.
Publication transforms the rough draft into a final paper that accurately responds to the assigned topic and adheres to final draft expectations. Publication is graded for grammar and content. Final paper expectations should meet the requirements established by the appropriate department.