Personalized Learning in 13 Blogs-Step 10: Self-evaluation of Writing

The first time they used the rubric on their own work, we reviewed it before they finished the writing so they would have it to use as a guide. I decided the second time we used it, to hold off on having them complete it until a few days after they finished the writing. With a break, the writing would seem new to them. That seemed to be the key. They had to go back to read what they had written; it wasn’t so familiar. When they were finished, more of them seemed proud of their work. They were happy to be given the opportunity to make improvements when they realized that they hadn’t earned the score they wanted. I’m already planning to start this earlier next year. I love the results and the pride of ownership.