6 + Writing traits :Sentence Fluency

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Hello,

It was a lovely afternoon when each blogging group was given a Writing Trait

To do the research and present it in a clear and precise way

My group did Sentence Fluency and this is what it states

It deals with the Rhythm and flow of the language

Also the sound of word patterns

It plays on the ears and not just on the eyes

So it must be read aloud

That is the test.

Sentences vary in length, beginning, structure and style

However the reading should be easy to read not hard on the eyes

Use a blend of simple, compound and complex sentences.

Use the same grammatical form for similar idea within the sentence

That is called Parallelism

Read Aloud

Model Reading

Story telling

Songs

These are some activities to enhance Sentence Fluency

There are some questions to ask yourself

To check for Sentence Fluency

The picture below demonstrates it perfectly

One may ask why should you know about the writing traits

For me it will help me assess students writing

It can also help me give effective feedback base on what is lacking in the writing.

It helps students produce good writing since it teaches the skills needs for each trait

Now my friends we must ensure we know not just one but all the writing traits

Cause for one of the LIT course assignment

We have to analyze a child's writing

So keep it lit and use it effectively.

IDEAS

ORGANUZATION

VOICE

WORD CHOICE

SENTENCE FLUENCY

CONVENTIONS

PRESENTATION




Guy, do you know it was my first time hearing about the Writing Traits😲😲? I was amazed of how it can be very useful when analyzing a piece of writing. This is a must have in the classroom since it allows both teachers and students to focus on just one or two more elements of writing at a time than which make it manageable. Feedback is very essential in the teaching and learning process and guess what? the writing traits allows the teacher to give feedback to students through the assessment of their writing.

The groups did a great job on their presentation and it opened a sea of questions in my head. It also made me wonder if I was limiting my students and myself because of my ignorance of the 6+ writing traits.

Comments

  1. Rowann LyonsDecember 5, 2023 at 4:09 PM

    Hi Shirdin, yes understanding sentence fluency is like composing music with words. It's about creating a rhythm that resonates, ensuring words flow effortlessly and beautifully. This blog captures its essence and importance in crafting exceptional writing. Good job in honing all the writing traits for a lit and effective journey in understanding the power of words!

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  2. KaiCMDecember 8, 2023 at 6:15 AM

    Hi Ms. Date i am back. Your reflection not only serves as a testament to the effectiveness of the Writing Traits but also highlights the importance of ongoing professional development for us as educators. It's evident that you've embraced this new knowledge with some enthusiasm, and it will undoubtedly contribute to your effectiveness as an educator. Keep up the good work.

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