Conventions

=Conventions =
 * Conventions and Presentation: Framing the Picture**


 * Tips on Accessing the Trait of Conventions**
 * Look beyond spelling. Spelling is important but not the whole of conventions.
 * Look for what is done well, not just the mistakes. Balance the two.
 * Only assess what has been taught.
 * Do not overreact. One mistake--or two or three--cannot spoil the whole performance. Ask, how well does the student control and use conventions to make meaning and organizational structure clear - OVERALL?
 * Do not consider neatness of handwriting in assigning a score. Handwriting is a physical skill; writing is intellectual. Don't confuse the two. (From Creating Writers)

Student Samples
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Rubric

Scoring Student Work

Activities to teach **Conventions**

Books for teaching **Conventions**

Additional Samples to Score for **Conventions**