IXL Extra Credit- 8^th Grade Writing Strategies

The links below should work, but, if not, go to IXL, as shown in class, and page down to 8th grade writing strategies, section “O”. Make sure you are signed in as “yourself”. Take your password home, I will not respond to requests for passwords.

O.  Editing and revising

• Use parallel structure

• Remove redundant words or phrases

• Use the correct frequently confused word

• Correct errors with frequently confused words

• Correct errors with signs

• Correct errors in everyday use

• Suggest appropriate revisions

To be eligible for extra credit, you must complete exercises over the winter break.  I will not accept any work done before, or after, the break.  You will be given points based on how many you complete and get correct.