Transactional texts assessment tool for educators Level 7 Structure


Uses appropriate structure and format as a frame e.g. For a news report:


• Uses headline, by-line and lead paragraph • Answers the questions who? Where? When? Why? How? • Sequences events correctly


For instructions:


• Uses a list of materials and/ingredients • Organises information logically • Sequences steps appropriately


For information texts:


• Uses appropriate visuals and layout for the purpose • Organises content into paragraphs Content


Uses content appropriate to the topic, audience and purpose of the text e.g.


• Selects appropriate information • Includes correct, specific details in a report, brochure or letter • Uses topic and supporting sentences to develop coherent paragraphs for information texts


• Summarises information • Designs appropriate visuals, e.g. charts/tables/maps Language


Uses language and vocabulary appropriate to the audience and purpose of the text e.g.


• Uses command form of verb when writing instructions, • Uses correct and appropriate spelling and punctuation • Links sentences into a coherent paragraphs • Links paragraphs using connecting words and phrases • Shifts from one tense to another consistently and appropriately • Writes information text from a table/graph/map into a paragraph • Translates graphical information correctly into paragraphs • Evokes emotional responses in a persuasive speech • Makes judgements and draws conclusions in an information text Writing process


Uses the writing process to plan and edit the text:


• Brainstorms ideas using mind maps and word lists • Produces a first draft - writes ideas down as a practice • Revises and refines – improves the content and structure • Edits and proofreads – corrects mistakes in grammar, spelling and


punctuation; uses a dictionary to check spelling and meanings of words


• Presenting – presents a neat, legible, correct final version 8–10


Displays outstanding knowledge, ability and skill in this area and works independently


7


Displays good knowledge and ability and can work independently


Level 6


12–15


Excels at including the correct and appropriate content


11


Does well in including the correct and appropriate content


12–15


Can skillfully, independently and successfully employ these language skills to enhance his/her work


11


Can successfully employ most of these skills-with little assistance to enhance his/her work


8–10


Displays outstanding ability and skill


7


Displays worthy ability and skill


46


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