Daily independent reading of a wide range of genres offers discussion opportunities of author's style and adaptations to student's writing. Goals appear contrived and from outside source. Student tends to focus on weaknesses and doesn't see self as a writer. Goals and growth selected from class brainstorm and are general. Self-selected writing is usually limited to genres such as poetry, narrative, reports.
Student presents strengths and weaknesses.
Articulation of goals and growth indicate surface elements but student is informed of the process. Can articulate personal growth, goals and process supported by evidence within portfolio. Teacher does the editing. Editing conferences held for correcting spelling and mechanics. Assistance given for revising and editing through individual conferences.