Lindsey, a teacher in the AISA school in Abu Dhabi where I worked last week, shared this idea about encouraging students to edit their writing. Once Lindsey has her students in writing cylces (where they write several good pieces before choosing one to publish), she asked them to edit their work before coming to her for their conference. To encourage this part of the writing process, she asks that they turn backwards in their desks, straddling the seatback with their paper propped up on the seatback as they read their own paper to themselves. In just a glance around the room, she's able to see who's editing and preparing for the writing conference. She also says the students love the idea because it's novel. Great idea, Lindsey! Thanks for allowing me to share it!
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