Giving Students Feedback About Their Writing

Not So Wimpy Teacher Podcast

Welcome back to the Not So Wimpy Teacher podcast!

Today we are talking all about how to give students feedback about their writing.

You know how much I love to talk about writing, but did you know that when I was a new teacher, I actually dreaded teaching writing? I just didn't know how to help my students be better writers. No one taught me that in college.

My lessons were too broad, and I really struggled to give good feedback to my writers that would help them grow and make changes.

Do you also struggle with this? If you do, you’re not alone!

Today I want to share some tips and tricks with you that helped me. I know that they are going to help you give effective feedback as well.

Episode 92 Takeaways:

+ Focus more on content than mechanics.

+ Pointing out every error doesn't help students to become better writers.

+ Feedback doesn’t have to be complicated.

+ Use a simple rubric to guide feedback.

+ Give one positive comment for every negative comment.

+ Frame feedback as questions.

+ Focus on the skill you're currently working on.

+ Giving feedback in small groups makes it easier for you to get to each student in less time.

Don’t forget to take our quiz to find out what 90s pop star you are as a writing teacher. This quiz will give you tailored resources based on your results. It’s so much fun, and I can’t wait to see your results!

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Resources Mentioned:

How to Teach Students to Edit Their Writing - Blog Post

Group Writing Conferences - Blog Post

Free Rubrics

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