Hi Guys,
Today was a really beautiful day! But I suppose we are not here to discuss weather, so here is the learning log that you have been waiting in anticipation for:
What We Did:
- Edited our Chapter 3 and 4 Answers with Partners: Ms. Lees assigned us partners, and we checked over, corrected, and added to our answers for the Chapter 3 and 4 questions related to our There Will Be Wolves novel study book. The criteria for our answers was:
~ No "I think/I believe" voice, meaning that you state I think/believe/In my opinion every time you state your opinion. This is unnecessary because since you are the one writing, we already know that it is your opinion. If you have this habit, it is easy to correct. Just erase the "I think/believe/my opinion" and see if your statement makes sense! If it does not, reword the sentence so that it does make sense.
~ No general pronouns: If you write he/she/it every time you talk about someone, you have to specify who you are speaking about. This is because the reader may be confused as to which "her or him" you are speaking about as there may be multiple. This can be corrected by writing the character's name instead of the offending pronoun.
~ Check Spelling/Grammar, because misspelled words and grammar mistakes just make it hard for the reader. To correct this, use a dictionary for the correct word, or ask a friend for help.
~ Add additional thoughts/details.
Why We Did It:
- Editing: To improve our answers and make them the best we possibly can. This also helps us to better comprehend the story, as by writing more into our answers we understand more of the story. We also improve on oral communication skills, as we have to communicate with our partners to be able to peer edit and discuss.
Connections/Reflections:
- Editing work will help us if we ever want to become editors for a magazine or publishing company. This can also help us in reflecting on our work before handing it in to a boss/teacher so that we can correct any mistakes we have and also add to it.
Homework:
- Make your Chapter 3 and 4 answers as perfect as you can make them (re-phrase your answers, correct mistakes, etcetera) and be prepared to show them to Ms. Lees on Monday.
Tips:
- Have your parents check your answers over once you think they are perfect. You might be surprised as to how much a second opinion helps!
-Try to get started on the Chapter 5 questions, as it could eliminate some future homework for you.
Next up on Monday is Hannah!
Have a great weekend!
This is a 3.5 according to our criteria. First part is really well done - gives specific examples to refresh memories. Can you give a concrete example from your class experience to support your general statement as to how this process also helps you to better comprehend the story. The examples are the best ways to ensure your reader understands what you are saying.
ReplyDeleteConnections and reflections are a little weak - you don't just need to learn how to edit/proofread to be an editor. These are life skills in becoming better writers and overall communicators - you need to know how to offer constructive criticism and how to use criteria / expectations to improve your work no matter what the job may be in the future.