The Seven Traits of Effective Writing
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The Seven Traits of Effective Writing V.I.P. COWS
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The Seven Traits of Effective Writing. V.I.P. COWS. Ideas. Know why you are writing (purpose) Know what you’re writing about (topic) Stay on topic Give lots of details (be specific). The main idea or storyline. Organization. Your paper should have: Beginning, middle, and ending - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
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The Seven Traits of Effective Writing
V.I.P. COWS
Ideas
• Know why you are writing (purpose)
• Know what you’re writing about (topic)
• Stay on topic • Give lots of details (be
specific)
The main idea or storyline
Organization
Your paper should have:• Beginning, middle, and
ending • Good sense of
sequence• New paragraph for each
new topic or purpose
The structure of the written assignment, based on the type of response
Word Choice
• Using new/different ways to say things
• Being aware of the type of language/words you should use
• Stretching to use better words
Precise use of words
Sentence Fluency
Students should:• Use various types of
writing elements: transitions, dialogue, etc.
• Use a variety of sentence lengths
• Use more complex sentence structures
The rhythm and flow of the language and how it sounds to the ear
Voice
• Showing personality, charm, & individuality
• Creating an emotional response
• Speaking for a specific purpose
Hearing the writer behind the message
Conventions
• Spelling• Punctuation• Capitalization• Grammar and
usage• Paragraphing
The mechanical correctness of the written assignment
Presentation
Your paper should be:• Neatly handwritten in
blue or black ink or typed• Easy to read, without
smudges• Evenly spaced, following
format
How your paper LOOKS!
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