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Group Writing

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Two heads are better than one, especially during the writing process. Sometimes, scholars benefit from participating in group writing assignments, as one of the handouts in a series on specific writing assignments outlines. The process ranges from individuals completing all parts of the writing process together to just one primary writer receiving comments from others. The handout breaks down each step individuals go through, shares helpful tips, and addresses common problems.

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CCSS: Adaptable
Instructional Ideas
  • Place learners into groups and use the collaboration levels diagram to allow them to determine how much they want to work together
  • Read through the pitfalls before beginning the collaborative process, so students start off on the right foot
Classroom Considerations
  • Designed for use at the beginning of the writing process before prewriting
Pros
  • Links to additional handouts on the various parts of a paper
Cons
  • Lacks specific examples of pieces created during the group writing process