Writing Assessment 2016

Level Three Writing Assessment Matrix 2016
March 2016

		INDICATORS	EVIDENCE	COMMENTS
1.	Purpose	I can independently select a text type to meet the writing purpose.	https://goo.gl/7V3C2J
2.	Writing Process	I understand and follow the writing process.	https://goo.gl/7V3C2J
3.	Planning	I can independently select and use tools to plan and organise ideas and information in a way appropriate for the text type. (E.g. Tree map for a report.)	https://goo.gl/7V3C2J
4.	Ideas	I usually include content relevant to the task. I support and elaborate on main ideas with selected detail.
5.	Structure - Sentences.	I always use simple and compound sentences correctly. I use complex sentences which are mostly grammatically correct. I use a variety of sentence structures, beginnings, and lengths.
6.	Structure - Paragraphs	I can organise related ideas into paragraphs. I can use a topic sentence with supporting detail. I am beginning to link my paragraphs.	https://goo.gl/7V3C2J
7.	Structure - Text Types	I can independently use the text structure that is appropriate for the writing purpose. Recount Narrative Report Explanation Argument Procedure	https://goo.gl/7V3C2J
8.	Personal voice	I express my personal voice with some sincerity when it is appropriate to the text type.
9.	Language Features	I use a variety of descriptive language features (such as onomatopoeia, similes, metaphors) and visual language features (such as headings, charts, or maps) to engage the reader and convey meaning.
10.	Vocabulary	I use clear, precise, vocabulary that is appropriate to the topic, register, and purpose (e.g., academic and subject specific vocabulary or descriptive words to create a mental image.
11.	Re-crafting/ Proof- reading	I can independently re-craft my writing to check for meaning and to add impact. I use feedback to improve my writing. I proofread and improve my writing (vocabulary, spelling and punctuation) using appropriate tools.
12.	Grammar	My writing makes sense.
13.	Punctuation	I usually use basic punctuation correctly . C ! ? “” I attempt some complex punctuation (e.g., using apostrophes for possession, commas for clauses, or semicolons.) I usually use apostrophes for belonging and commas correctly. I can use speech marks correctly.
14.	Spelling	I use my knowledge of spelling to spell unknown words, including words for many syllables. (Spelling rules and patterns). I correctly spell all high frequency words.
15.	Publishing	I can independently make choices, when appropriate, for publishing in a variety of media, including digital and visual media.	https://goo.gl/7V3C2J