Type One and Type Two Writing
Writing tasks need not be long to be meaningful! Type One and Two assignments help teachers build routines for embedding frequent writing in their instruction.
Type One and Type Two Writing are specially-structured “quickwrites” designed for frequent use in all content areas. Type One Writing is a short, timed quickwrite that gets kids thinking and keeps them engaged. Type Two Writing is a quickwrite that demonstrates understanding, builds critical thinking skills, and increases retention. In other words, Type One is about getting ideas on paper; Type Two is about getting correct ideas on paper to demonstrate learning.
Fluency
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Quickwrites build fluency with frequent low-stakes writing in all subject areas
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The line or item quota used in Type One assignments sets clear expectations for productivity
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Content Retention
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Type Two writing increases content knowledge through effortful retrieval and helps students retain learning longer.
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The content quota used in Type Two writing sets clear expectations based on previous instruction.
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Formative assessment
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Type One and Type Two writing make it easy to embed formative assessment into daily instruction–with little to no extra prep time!
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Over-the-shoulder scoring and student scoring provide teachers with immediate formative assessment without lugging papers home to grade.
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Engagement
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Type One and Type Two writing increase engagement and participation in the learning process.
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Using low-risk writing as an alternative to voluntary hand-raising gets more kids responding–not just the high achievers and highly verbal students
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What makes Type One and Type Two writing different from other quickwrites?
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The common language used minimizes time spent on instructions and explanations and establishes a simple routine for everyone involved!
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A defined line, item, or content quota sets clear expectations, increases productivity, and makes providing feedback a snap.
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Setting a time limit keeps quickwrites QUICK! We all have plenty on our to-do list every day. Meaningful Type One and Two writing can be completed in as little as three to five minutes.
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Content-rich prompts work to improve learning and engagement in all subject areas–from AP to PE. No need to be an English teacher to use quickwrites–Type One and Two writing help students learn and remember what YOU teach!
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Type One and Two prompts give quickwrites more bang for their buck. Their emphasis on higher order thinking and general academic vocabulary prepares students for high stakes assessments and real-world success.
Type One Samples
See Type One Writing in action across grade levels and content areas.
Type One Writing is a short, timed quickwrite that gets kids thinking and keeps them engaged. Type One Writing requires a minimum number of items or lines to increase productivity and allow for easy over-the-shoulder feedback. To emphasize fluency and build confidence, Type One responses do not require a correct answer or error-free mechanics; they are simply checked for effort and participation.
Type Two Samples
See Type Two Writing in action across grade levels and content areas.
Type Two Writing is a quickwrite that demonstrates understanding, builds critical thinking skills, and increases retention. Type Two Writing requires a clear content quota to increase accountability, provide clarity, and streamline scoring and feedback. Type Two responses require a correct answer but may reflect errors with conventions; they are evaluated for correct content only.
Nearly any open-ended question you pose to students can be a Type One or a Type Two writing! They make great Do-Nows at the start of class, meaningful Exit Tickets to end class, and fit in almost anywhere in between. See our Free Resources or Get Started pages for ideas you can start using tomorrow!
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