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Writing Resources
Writing Assignment Guidelines
Creating an effective writing assignment involves more than setting
a word count and picking a due date. Assignments that are clearly stated
and relevant to the course curriculum enhance student learning and bolster
the writing process. Below are a few guidelines to help develop effective
writing assignments.
Design:
Make assignment expectations clear and explicit.
- Write out the assignment (with title), keeping it to one page whenever
possible. See "Assignment Form" for one format and to use as a worksheet.
- Suggest possible topics, allowing students some options, and state
as questions when possible.
- State the purpose as an authentic objective, such as "to explain" or "to
describe."
- Indicate an audience (real or hypothetical) beyond the teacher.
- Recommend a process by breaking down the assignment into a series
of tasks--being sure to include informal writing-to-learn activities.
- Include format particulars such as length, headings, font, and due
dates.
- Provide evaluation criteria and indicate their weighting.
Process:
Situate the assignment into the course curriculum.
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