GRADE 8 WRITING: Additional Tasks/Samples Personal ...

GRADE 8 WRITING: Additional Tasks/Samples

Personal/Impromptu Writing 4 tasks

Writing to Communicate Ideas and Information 6 tasks

Literary Writing 4 tasks

Grade 8 Reading: Additional Samples (March 2002)

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Grade 8 Personal/impromptu Writing: Additional Sample 1

Wishes for a Better World

Context

Although most of their writing is developed through a workshop process, students in this class also

frequently write impromptu, in-class essays on topics provided by the teacher or suggested by the

class.

Process

Students were asked to write a first-draft, in-class essay on the topic ¡°Wishes for a Better World.¡±

Their wishes could be global or personal. The teacher encouraged them to use classroom resources

(e.g., dictionary, thesaurus, class posters). Students did not have opportunities to consult with

others or to make substantial revisions, but they were encouraged to proofread carefully.

Grade 8 Reading: Additional Samples (March 2002)

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Meets Expectations (Minimal Level)



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