Reading Response #2 by Sarah Robinson

Reading Response #2 by Sarah Robinson https://padlet.com/smrobin8/Bookmarks 5 Stages of the Writing Process en-us 2021-01-29 01:44:12 UTC 2021-03-14 14:30:50 UTC hello@padlet.com Stage 1: Prewriting smrobin8 https://padlet.com/smrobin8/Bookmarks/wish/1139181368 Prewriting is the prepwork stage of the writing process. Often times, this stage is undervalued because it gets mistaken as a stage that doesn't appear to need much attention. However, in this prewriting stage many elements are brought together to "prepare" the writer for writing. These elements include the picking of a topic, the suggestion of the audience, the reason for writing, and the format. This stage is where all the previous brainstorming comes together to form an idea.

Personal Experience/ Observation:

I do not work for the school system yet, but I care for children as a profession. I have one family that I have served for 4 years now and it is amazing to see how these children have progressed in their writing over the years. I homeschool the children while they are in my care and it is common for me to ask them to tell me a story. The middle child, 6, will usually gather crayons, pencils, and paper and jot down a few things that she thinks would be a great story to tell Ms. Sarah. Her process of elimination and the order in which she wants things to appear in her story are all elements in the prewriting stage.

]]> 2021-01-29 01:53:00 UTC https://padlet.com/smrobin8/Bookmarks/wish/1139181368 Stage 2: Drafting smrobin8 https://padlet.com/smrobin8/Bookmarks/wish/1139217142 Drafting is the where the "rubber meets the road" in the writing process. In this stage, all the thoughts that were considered in the prewriting stage are now going to be written down on paper. Drafting for a writer can be exciting because this is where their ideas come to life. As a writer is writing their piece for the first time, it will not be perfect and that's perfectly normal, it is expected! In this stage writers are creating a rough draft; a draft of writing that is not complete. Once the draft is completed it progresses to the next stage.

Personal Experience/Observation:
I can remember so vividly throughout my educational journey that my twin sister, Jennie, was the person who reassured the importance of a rough draft. I struggled with wanting to have my writing completed once I began, but as she reminded me time and time again, a rough draft must come first.
Moreover, I have noticed personally as I have aged, the need to just write and not be concerned about the smallest errors; thus, the glory of drafting.]]> 2021-01-29 02:16:20 UTC https://padlet.com/smrobin8/Bookmarks/wish/1139217142 Stage 3: Revising smrobin8 https://padlet.com/smrobin8/Bookmarks/wish/1139263240 The revising stage combs through ideas and implements changes that ensure precision, cohesiveness, and reliability. In this stage, the writer usually takes the first read after the draft is completed and makes the immediate changes. After the writer is through, it is then passed along to teachers and peers so they can help with the revision process. There are four different types of revisions that writers use during this process: adding, substituting, deleting, and movement of words (Faigley & White, 1981). These revisions prepare the writer and their work for the editing stage.

Personal Experience/Observation:
In high school I served on the yearbook committee. I went to an Early College and the yearbook committee was divided into several sections. One of these was the revision committee. Although my grammar is not up to par, I enjoyed reading the drafts and giving my suggestions to improve or clarify what was being written. Some on this committee did not enjoy it as much as I did, but I thought it was an important stage that needed attention.
In my observations the children in my care enjoy receiving insight from others, especially their siblings, because they know the writer best and understand what they try to convey in their work.]]> 2021-01-29 02:46:21 UTC https://padlet.com/smrobin8/Bookmarks/wish/1139263240 Stage 4: Editing smrobin8 https://padlet.com/smrobin8/Bookmarks/wish/1142642698 The editing stage can be the most tedious of all the stages. During this stage, writers and peers view the composition through the lens of a microscope. The writer's mechanics, or conventions, are viewed intently and adjustments are made along the way. Some of the modifications made during editing includes spelling, capitalization, punctuation, grammar, and appropriate management of words (Culham). The process of viewing the work for errors is called proofreading. Proofreading can take its toll on a writer. Reviewing the composition again with a set of fresh eyes is very helpful.

Personal Experience/ Observation:
At my high school, we had an English teacher that we all adored. She cared about her students, was intentional with the notes she provided on our work, but was known for her red pen! As thorough as I thought I was with my work, there was always something I missed. I do not have the best grammar, but through her editing I was able to grow confident in what I wrote. I learned how to write better and not make as many mistakes in my drafting process. She was a gem of a teacher and I have much appreciation for all of her hard work!
I volunteered at an elementary school when in high school and I was charged with the task of editing 2nd graders stories. I corrected a few things here and there, and upon return of their stories the students saw that the corrections improved their writings. ]]> 2021-01-29 21:58:25 UTC https://padlet.com/smrobin8/Bookmarks/wish/1142642698 Stage 5: Publishing smrobin8 https://padlet.com/smrobin8/Bookmarks/wish/1142714232 The final stage, the last lap, the final toss of the baton, is the publishing stage. Writers during this stage have the opportunity to showcase their edited work to an audience. During this stage, writers are encouraged by their peers and those alike to be confident in their writing. Sharing their work can be done in so many different ways, such as on a class website, to another classroom, and to family members. Publishing a writer's composition and then sharing it with others promotes social engagement. Writers that share are able to gauge their audience based off of their reactions. The final stage of the writing process comes with great anticipation and reward.

Personal Experience/ Observation:
As a childcare provider, I have the great joy of watching these children grow physically but also mentally. One of the children I care for has recently finished his picture book for school. The teacher gave the students the choice of topic, so of course he chose something Lego themed. He came home from school beaming from ear to ear with excitement to show me his FINISHED picture book. He proceeded to tell me about the amount of time he spent on his book, the many pictures he had to redraw, but he concluded by saying that it was worth it in the end!
I've noticed that many of the children I keep are not afraid to stand up and present something that they have worked really hard to complete, and it's such a joy to see their excitement take form through their work.]]> 2021-01-29 22:42:17 UTC https://padlet.com/smrobin8/Bookmarks/wish/1142714232