Work Sample Assessment #1
- Students revised their narrative drafts with a focus on lifting the level of the use of dialogue.
- Students answered reflective questions about how they use dialogue in their narratives and what they revised to improve the use of dialogue in their writing.
- Students have class time and two nights to make revisions. The questions must be answered after revisions had been made in order for students to be able to reflect on how they revised their writing.
Cory Matthews:
- Below are Cory's responses to the question forum students had to answer after making revisions to their narratives.
- Cory provides very vague responses that do not clearly show what he revised or how he revised his writing.
- It is difficult to get a solid understanding of whether or not he understands the functions and purpose of dialogue in narrative writing.
Topanga Lawrence:
- Responses to dialogue reflection questions are thoughtful and well organized.
- She provides specific examples of areas she revised in her narrative to lift the level of writing.
- Explains her thought process as she made revisions.
- Seeks help in areas she is still struggling.