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6 Traits of Writing
Jessica Wheeler
CT 550
6 TRAITS OF WRITING
Model to assess and teach writing
Focuses on 6 qualities found in outstanding
written works
Each trait assessed using scoring rubrics
IDEAS
ORGANIZATION
VOICE
WORD
CHOICE
SENTENCE
FLUENCY
CONVENTIONS
CONVENTIONS
Mechanical
correctness
Punctuation
Grammar
Capitalization
Paragraphing
IDEAS
Enriching
details
Development of
theme
Clear focus and
message
ORGANIZATION
Inviting lead
Examples of
LEADS
Logical
sequence
Examples of
TRANSITIONS
Smooth
transitions
VOICE
Style
Purpose
Tone
Heart and soul
Wit
Audience
SENTENCE FLUENCY
Plays to the ear,
not the eye
Word patterns
Sentences vary
in length and
style
WORD CHOICE
Rich, colorful
language
Careful word
choice
Language
moves or
enlightens
reader
Assessment
Student self-assessment
Ideas & Content rubric
Visual Scoring guide
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