Cut and Paste
I chose to reflect on a revision activity I did earlier in the semester. I had just finished a lesson on revision where the cut and paste method was introduced. I cut up a story I had written and pasted each section to a different page. I wanted to make the beginning more intriguing and with this cut and paste method, I was able to add on and to show instead of tell. Once I had done this, I realized I loved it. I’ve used this revision exercise with numerous pieces and it helped improve my writing. I love being able to take a small section and build upon it. When I have the majority of a blank piece of paper to expand a small section of writing on, it makes me want to fill it up. I was able to make my writing more powerful because of this exercise.
Writing is a process in which an author goes through many steps. In the past, I’ve mostly skipped the revision part and moved right into editing. As a teacher, I will be able to show my students that not only is revision necessary, it can be enjoyable too. It’s a way to extend, add, or delete words and sentences to make your writing more powerful. My students will be able to see my enthusiasm for revision and come to enjoy that step as much as I do.
Writing is a process in which an author goes through many steps. In the past, I’ve mostly skipped the revision part and moved right into editing. As a teacher, I will be able to show my students that not only is revision necessary, it can be enjoyable too. It’s a way to extend, add, or delete words and sentences to make your writing more powerful. My students will be able to see my enthusiasm for revision and come to enjoy that step as much as I do.