Writing Process Strategies and Techniques

The video tutorial explains the difference between revising and editing in the writing process. It introduces the ARMS strategy for revising, which involves improving writing by ensuring clarity and making changes to words and sentences. The CUPS strategy is used for editing, focusing on technical aspects like capitalization, usage, punctuation, and spelling. The video also provides mnemonics to help remember these strategies.

What are the next steps in the writing process after completing the rough draft?

• Researching and drafting

• Revising and editing

• Brainstorming and outlining

• Publishing and sharing

What is the main focus of revising in the writing process?

• Correcting punctuation mistakes

• Formatting the document

• Checking for spelling errors

• Ensuring the writing makes sense and improving clarity

Which strategy is used to improve writing by making sure everything makes sense and using vivid words?

• PEEL

• CUPS

• RAFT

• ARMS

What does the 'A' in ARMS stand for?

• Adjust

• Apply

• Add

• Analyze

What does the 'C' in CUPS stand for?

• Capitalization

• Clarity

• Consistency

• Content

Which aspect is NOT part of the CUPS strategy?

• Punctuation

• Structure

• Usage

• Spelling

What is the main focus of editing in the writing process?

• Adding more content

• Checking technical aspects like grammar and punctuation

• Rewriting the entire draft

• Improving the overall structure

Which strategy helps in editing writing in a more professional way?

• PEEL

• CUPS

• RAFT

• ARMS

What do the graphics and mnemonics in the video help you remember?

• The steps to brainstorm ideas

• The steps to revise and edit

• The steps to publish a document

• The steps to research a topic