Revision is re-seeing your writing. It involves changes to the content and/or structure. Editing is fixing grammar changes, polishing the work.
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This (video to the left) is the Critical Friends Protocol for revision. Pay attention to the roles for the writer and for the "friends." Follow the steps to give good feedback.
I've included a link below for more information. This technique is similar to Bless, Press, Address. I've included links to this form of revision, too. |
This video (to the right) offers more insight into the idea of warm and cool feedback, specifically involving the Six Traits of good writing.
I've also included a link below for more information. |
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Revision and Editing Practice
When Ray Bradbury revised his work, he would make himself hunt for at least one word per page to change. Could you find one sentence per paragraph to improve?