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The Importance of Revision in Writing: A Step-by-Step Guide

This guide outlines the essential steps writers can take to effectively revise their rough drafts. Starting with a silent reading of your work to ensure it addresses the prompt, the process encourages constructive peer feedback through side-by-side readings. Writers learn to appreciate each other's strengths while identifying areas needing improvement. The PQS method—Praise, Question, Suggest—provides a structured approach for giving feedback, essential for refining writing skills. By understanding the revision process, writers enhance their work and become more effective communicators.

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The Importance of Revision in Writing: A Step-by-Step Guide

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  1. EQ: Why do writers revise? Get out your LEQ miniessay Step 1: Silently, read your rough draft. Ask yourself: did I answer the prompt? Quotes Characterization of Brutus Characterization of Caesar

  2. EQ: Why do writers revise? Step 2: Sit with a partner, side by side, desks touching. You will read your partner’s paper out loud to him/her. Both of you will take notes on what is working and what is not working in the writing. Discuss your notes with each other.

  3. EQ: Why do writers revise? Step 3: Take your partner’s paper and read it silently to yourself. Then PQS the draft: Praise: something you liked Question: one question you have Suggestion: one suggestion for improvement

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