Why Students Don’t Revise What They Write – And Why They Should
When high school students get into the habit of revising their writing, it has a positive impact on the quality of their work.
Despite the proven benefits of revision, students often resist making changes to the initial versions of what they wrote – because it requires additional effort. Or, if they do revise, they only do it in a mediocre way.
Finding ways to motivate students to revise their writing is crucial given that only 27% of 12th graders in the U.S. write at a level that is “proficient.” Proficiency in writing refers to correct spelling and grammar, logical presentation of ideas and appropriate use of details and evidence.
Learning how to revise one’s writing is something that will serve students well in a variety of ways. Research shows that while writing is an effective way ...