Writer's Workshop Concepts and Activities

Writer's Workshop Concepts and Activities

Assessment

Interactive Video

English

6th - 7th Grade

Hard

Created by

Richard Gonzalez

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The video tutorial discusses the approach to starting a writer's workshop by focusing on teaching students how to inject their unique voice into their writing. The instructor emphasizes the importance of voice in personal narratives and introduces various activities and assignments to help students develop this skill. Techniques such as using precise details and emotional reactions are highlighted. The video also includes a brainstorming exercise and a diary entry activity to encourage creative thinking. Additional resources and advice from writers are provided to further support the teaching of writing voice.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary focus at the start of the Writer's Workshop?

Grammar and punctuation

Developing a unique writing voice

Vocabulary building

Reading comprehension

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why does the teacher delay the introduction of the Writer's Workshop?

To complete other subjects first

To assess students' initial writing skills

To create a sense of mystery and anticipation

To focus on grammar first

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the first writing assignment usually about?

A personal narrative

A book report

A fictional story

A poem

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of the 'Write with the Pros' assignment?

To develop a unique writing style

To practice grammar

To learn from professional writers

To improve vocabulary

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the first step in the lesson on voice?

Reading a book

Defining what voice is

Listening to a lecture

Writing a story

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the teacher help students understand the concept of 'amplify'?

By showing a video

By giving examples

By reading a book

By writing an essay

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are students encouraged to use instead of general terms like 'car'?

Precise details

Synonyms

Metaphors

Antonyms

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