I think we all have been guilty of concentrating too hard on how writing looks on the paper without thinking really about the content of what is being said.  Writing conventions do matter, but let’s teach them in context.

      C     onventions occur within context.

     O    rganization is paramount.

     N    ever give up on success for all.

     T     each the writing process.

      E     xpand ideas and vocabulary and engage the audience.

e X    amine  your own writing to improve.

       T     echnology is used as a tool.