ECR Writing and Revision Techniques

The video tutorial explains the process of writing an Extended Constructed Response (ECR) for informational writing. It covers understanding the prompt, brainstorming, selecting text evidence, writing a thesis statement, drafting the essay, and revising and editing the draft. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of clarity, organization, and thorough revision to produce a well-structured essay.

What is the primary focus of an ECR informational writing?

• To narrate a story

• To explain a prompt based on a reading

• To describe a personal experience

• To argue a point of view

In what context is an informational ECR typically used?

• During a math class

• In a science experiment

• In an English class after reading a passage

• While learning a new language

What is an ECR?

• A type of narrative writing

• A type of persuasive writing

• A form of creative writing

• A form of writing that explains a prompt

What is the first step in answering an ECR question?

• Choosing text evidence

• Creating a word bank

• Writing the conclusion

• Breaking down the prompt

Why is it important to read the grading rubric carefully?

• To find synonyms for key words

• To determine the length of the essay

• To know what to include in the response

• To understand the format of the essay

What should you do after breaking down the prompt?

• Edit the draft

• Submit the essay

• Start brainstorming

• Write the thesis statement

What is the purpose of highlighting text evidence?

• To make the essay colorful

• To easily find examples that support the response

• To decorate the essay

• To confuse the reader

What should you do after choosing text evidence?

• Write the conclusion

• Pick the best examples to address the prompt

• Start a new essay

• Submit the essay

What is the purpose of the brainstorming step?

• To write the conclusion

• To submit the essay

• To generate ideas and select text evidence

• To edit the essay

What is a word bank used for in ECR writing?

• To draft the introduction

• To write the conclusion

• To list key words and synonyms

• To store financial information