This is just the transition phase. Scholars participate in a mini lesson about using transitions in writing. They then have a brief peer critique of the introduction and conclusion paragraphs for their end of unit assessment. Learners receive one last opportunity to revise their essays before turning them in. 

Concepts

essay structure, essay writing, essays

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Additional Tags

english language arts

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Instructional Ideas

• Pair writers according to ability for peer critique 

Classroom Considerations

• Final lesson in Grade 6 ELA Module 2B Unit 1
• Requires completing previous lessons in the unit

Pros

• Makes use of peer feedback
• Hold pupils responsible for reviewing their work

Cons

• None

Common Core

W.6.2.a W.6.2.b W.6.2.c W.6.2.d W.6.2.e W.6.2.f W.6.4 W.6.9.b