Post-Writing
We define post-writing as the step in the writing process where the written text is shared with other audiences, such as a peer-editor or the instructor or even with the general public.
The basic components of post-writing activities:
- Re-read your story, make sure sentences make sense.
- Add phrases to make the story flow smoothly (cohesion markers, pronouns, conjunctions).
- Eliminate "fluff" (unnecessary or redundant details).
- Proofread for spelling, vocabulary, grammar (checklist).
- Edit your paper (peer-editing, post-teacher editing).
- Share with audience (website, print, etc.).
How post-writing tasks can improve learners' L2 development.
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Publishing
Publishing is optional and should be understood in the broadest sense of the word: sharing the author's written work with multiple readers or even viewers. Here are a few ideas for making student work public.
Publishing in written format:
- an online blog
- a wiki entry
- a printed or online class newspaper/newsletter
- a collection of poetry, short stor,y or mixed-genre writing
Publishing (Presentation) in oral format:
- filming a news report
- filming or producing a skit
- producing a theater play or variety show, either for just the class or for a larger audience (long-term writing assignments)
- poetry reading
Publishing or presenting written work can help focus learners' attention and motivation for writing: there is a real, legitimate communicative purpose for their work.