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6+1 Trait® Writing

Study Finds Use of the 6+1 Trait Writing Model Produces Higher Scores
A scientific study conducted by REL Northwest in 74 Oregon elementary schools showed that the 6+1 Trait Writing model caused a statistically significant increase in student writing scores during the year in which it was studied.

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The 6+1 Trait® Writing Model of Instruction & Assessment provides a common language for teachers and students to communicate about the characteristics of writing and establishes a clear vision of what good writing looks like.

Pioneered by Education Northwest more than 20 years ago, the 6+1 Traits continue to help thousands of teachers worldwide who have been trained in the model improve their writing instruction, their understanding of the qualities of good writing, and their ability to provide effective feedback to students.

Contact Information

For additional information, contact Mark Workman, 503.275.9572.

Upcoming Traits Events

  • 6+1 Trait® Writing Introduction to the Traits Institute for Grades K-5

    Education Northwest’s 6+1 Trait Writing Model of Instruction & Assessment is a powerful framework designed to help teachers and students use a common language to learn about the characteristics of good writing and to create a common vision of what that quality writing looks like.

  • 6+1 Trait® Writing Across Content Areas Institute for Grades 6–12

    Education Northwest’s 6+1 Trait® Writing Model of Instruction & Assessment is a powerful framework designed to help all teachers and students use a common language to refer to characteristics of writing, as well as create a common vision of what quality writing looks like.

  • 6+1 Trait® Writing Institute for Trait Presenters

    This advanced institute is for trait-experienced literacy coaches, teacher leaders, administrators, and curriculum coordinators wishing to conduct their own in-district, 6+1 Trait trainings. Participants should have already taken a 6+1 Trait Writing workshop and have used the 6+1 Trait Writing model in the classroom.