First Draft Review

Lesson Materials: 1. PPT Lecture

Suggested Readings: BEAM

Lesson objectives: 1. Gain an understanding of strengths and weaknesses of the organization, content, and rhetorical aspects of the assignment; 3. Implement suggested changes as needed

Connection to Course Goals: This lesson will focus on content, organization and rhetorical aspects at this stage of the writing process. You will start to build a foundation for engaging with sources as you identify key ideas from the readings. You will give and receive and give feedback on such important academic writing skills as quoting, paraphrasing, summarizing, and analyzing information.

Activities:

  1. Draft Review Guide: Following the protocol for peer review, you will comment on each others’ writing and identify moments in first drafts that require further attention.
  2. Revision Implementation: Implement suggested revisions.