The work samples in this section form the Level 1 part of the assessment map for English – Writing. Other parts of the assessment map can be accessed by using the menu on the right side of the screen.
The English Level 1 standards describe what students should know and be able do at this level. The following work samples illustrate the kinds of responses that students produce when they are working at the Level 1 standard.
Annotations identify for each sample attributes of the student response that relate to specific elements of the standard.
Context
As a stimulus for writing, the letter from Robbie Fencham was read to the class. Following class discussion students responded to Robbie’s suggestion by writing about something they like to do. Students were expected to work without assistance from their teacher, but were encouraged to use their usual classroom resources, including discussing their work with other students. They were also encouraged to illustrate their writing. The activity was completed in one 45-minute session which included 20 minutes for writing.
The elements of the writing standard addressed by the task are:
(Students) write personal recounts and simple texts about familiar topics to convey ideas or messages.
(Students) use conventional letters, groups of letters.
(Students) are aware of the sound system and the relationships between letters and sounds in words when spelling.
Sample
The following samples illustrate the kinds of responses that students typically produce when they have achieved the elements of the standard addressed by this task.
Annotation
Writing – Level 1
The student writes a simple sentence about a favourite video.
Element of the standard 1
(Students) … write personal recounts and simple texts about familiar topics to convey ideas or messages.
Writing – Level 1
The student forms words, using most letters correctly, for example, ‘the’ and ‘was’.
Element of the standard
(Students) use conventional letters, groups of letters.
Writing – Level 1
The student makes plausible attempt at spelling ‘video’ and ‘fun’.
Element of the standard
(Students) … are aware of the sound system and the relationships between letters and sounds in words when spelling.
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