Writing Effectively TCXG 272 April 29, 2008 Dr. Riki Thompson

Housekeeping Peer Review Rhetorical Analysis Due Friday morning on peer’s ePortfolio Only need to feedback for 1 group member Review feedback expectations in class Rhetorical Analysis Final group conferences today and Friday See Evaluation Criteria Handout See Reverse Outline Handout Bring hard copy Tues morning Post copy as attachment to your ePortfolio We will do the reflection in class AFTER you turn in your paper (no need to do a Cover letter WITH your essay)

Metacognition Metacognition is an important concept in cognitive theory. It consists of two basic processes occurring simultaneously: monitoring your progress as you learn, and making changes and adapting your strategies if you perceive you are not doing so well. (Winn, W. & Snyder, D., 1998) It's about self-reflection, self-responsibility and initiative, as well as goal setting and time management. "Metacognitive skills include taking conscious control of learning, planning and selecting strategies, monitoring the progress of learning, correcting errors, analyzing the effectiveness of learning strategies, and changing learning behaviors and strategies when necessary." (Ridley, D.S., Schutz, P.A., Glanz, R.S. & Weinstein, C.E., 1992)

Reflection on Writing Process & Rituals This reflection allows you an opportunity to reflect on your writing and learning process, and writing rituals. Studies show that metacognition is an important part of the learning process. It helps people learn about how they learn so they can make adjustments in a timely manner. This will also insure that you can transfer your learning about writing from this class to other writing situations you will encounter down the line.

Practicing Peer Review 20-30 minutes - ePortfolio go to Reflections on Writing page create your first entry. Include: Date “Writing Process and Rituals: Rhetorical Analysis Draft” Thoughts, Notes, Narrative…form is up to you. This is a blog entry for you to track your own learning

What to consider What were your writing rituals? Place Atmosphere Foods, Clothing, People, Noise, Music… What was your process? Read Write, Rewrite, Rewrite Outline, Talk, etc… What changes would you make with this knowledge?