Writing Process

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Topics to write about:

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brainstorm

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Choose a topic and plan by drawing, making a web, or writing notes.

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prewrite

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First copy doesn't need to be neat.

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draft

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Reread your writing and improve it using ARMS: Add, Remove, Move sentences, Substitute for better words.

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revise

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Proofread using CUPS: C=Capitalization, U=Usage, P=Punctuation, S=Spelling.

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edit

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Final copy: Is my writing neat? Did I take my time? Ready to present?

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publish