Are your students using technology to draft and publish writing — but not necessarily using it effectively? This writing conference sheet for W.8.6 gives you a structured, standards-aligned system to guide meaningful digital writing, collaboration, and publication during writing workshop.
This digital writing conference sheet aligns directly to W.8.6 — using technology, including the Internet, to produce and publish writing and to collaborate with others.
Instead of students simply typing essays into Google Docs, this writing conference form helps you guide conversations about formatting, clarity, collaboration, digital professionalism, and responsible source use.
If you want technology to strengthen writing, not just replace paper, this resource gives you the structure to make it intentional.
This technology and publishing conference form focuses on:
✔ Using digital tools to draft and revise
✔ Formatting writing clearly for publication
✔ Using visuals and layout purposefully ✔ Collaborating respectfully online
✔ Incorporating peer feedback
✔ Maintaining professional tone
✔ Citing digital sources appropriately
It supports digital writing workshop environments, 1:1 Chromebook classrooms, and hybrid learning settings.
The Digital Writing Conference Sheet W.8.6 follows the same conference structure as the other conference sheets for easy implementation.
✔ Standard & Purpose Statement
The sheet clearly identifies W.8.6 and explains the goal of using technology effectively in writing.
✔ Technology & Publishing Checklist
The checklist allows you to quickly assess:
Whether digital tools were used strategically
If formatting supports clarity
Whether headings and structure guide the reader
If visuals are purposeful
Whether peer feedback influenced revisions
If tone remains professional online
Whether digital sources are cited correctly
This makes it ideal for formative assessment writing in digital environments.
✔ Guiding Conference Questions
You’ll have structured prompts such as:
Did technology help organize or improve this writing?
Does formatting make the piece easier to read?
Are visuals supporting the message rather than distracting?
Was peer feedback incorporated meaningfully?
Is the tone respectful and appropriate for digital sharing?
Are online sources credited properly?
These questions help students reflect on how digital tools impact writing quality.
Technology skills vary widely among students, so this resource includes scaffolds and extensions.
✔ Scaffolds for Support
Formatting guidance prompts
Step-by-step digital checklist reminders
Sentence stems for peer feedback
Tone reminders for online collaboration
Clear citation prompts
This makes it ideal for middle school writing intervention in digital settings.
✔ Extensions for Advanced Writers
Encouraging use of embedded visuals
Refining layout for readability
Leading digital peer workshops
Publishing to authentic audiences
Strengthening integration of hyperlinks and multimedia
Advanced students learn to use technology strategically — not just functionally.
Small Group & Digital Workshop Adaptation
This digital writing conference sheet works for:
▪ Google Docs peer review sessions
▪ Collaborative writing workshops
▪ Publishing check-ins
▪ Multimedia project conferences
▪ Digital essay revision days
▪ Online classroom writing projects
Because technology is integrated into nearly every classroom, this conference sheet becomes highly versatile.
Students receive structured language supports such as:
“One suggestion I have is…”
“This formatting choice helps because…”
“This visual supports the idea that…”
“The feedback I applied improved…”
“This revision makes the writing clearer for readers…”
These prompts strengthen digital communication and collaboration skills.
This W.8.6 conference sheet includes AI reflection prompts that encourage students to:
Evaluate how AI feedback influenced revisions
Reflect on clarity after digital formatting
Compare suggestions before publishing
Strengthen responsible use of online tools
Perfect For:
Digital Writing Conference Sheet
Technology in Writing Classroom
Publishing Writing Checklist
Collaborative Writing Feedback
8th Grade Writing
Middle School ELA
Writing Workshop Conference
Formative Assessment Writing
Standards Aligned Writing Instruction
✔ Aligns directly to W.8.6
✔ Encourages intentional digital writing
✔ Strengthens formatting and clarity
✔ Supports respectful collaboration
✔ Reinforces citation expectations
✔ Works in 1:1 Chromebook environments
✔ Bridges writing and digital literacy
This writing conference form helps students understand that technology should strengthen writing — not distract from it.
Formats Included
✔ Printable PDF digital writing conference sheet
✔ Digital Google Doc access
✔ Ready for Google Drive upload
✔ Ideal for 1:1 Chromebook classrooms
This resource is built specifically for modern writing workshop implementation.
It strengthens the digital and collaboration component of your writing workshop system and differentiates your bundle from traditional writing checklists.
If you want a comprehensive writing workshop toolkit aligned to every major 8th grade writing standard — including digital literacy — the bundle provides the full framework.
Ready to Strengthen Digital Writing in Your Classroom?
Add this digital writing conference sheet to your writing workshop toolkit and start guiding meaningful conversations about formatting, collaboration, publication, and responsible technology use.
Copyright © Annotated ELA, Melissa Burch
Permission to copy for single classroom use only.
Please purchase additional licenses if you intend to share this product.
Are your students using technology to draft and publish writing — but not necessarily using it effectively? This writing conference sheet for W.8.6 gives you a structured, standards-aligned system to guide meaningful digital writing, collaboration, and publication during writing workshop.
This digital writing conference sheet aligns directly to W.8.6 — using technology, including the Internet, to produce and publish writing and to collaborate with others.
Instead of students simply typing essays into Google Docs, this writing conference form helps you guide conversations about formatting, clarity, collaboration, digital professionalism, and responsible source use.
If you want technology to strengthen writing, not just replace paper, this resource gives you the structure to make it intentional.
This technology and publishing conference form focuses on:
✔ Using digital tools to draft and revise
✔ Formatting writing clearly for publication
✔ Using visuals and layout purposefully ✔ Collaborating respectfully online
✔ Incorporating peer feedback
✔ Maintaining professional tone
✔ Citing digital sources appropriately
It supports digital writing workshop environments, 1:1 Chromebook classrooms, and hybrid learning settings.
The Digital Writing Conference Sheet W.8.6 follows the same conference structure as the other conference sheets for easy implementation.
✔ Standard & Purpose Statement
The sheet clearly identifies W.8.6 and explains the goal of using technology effectively in writing.
✔ Technology & Publishing Checklist
The checklist allows you to quickly assess:
Whether digital tools were used strategically
If formatting supports clarity
Whether headings and structure guide the reader
If visuals are purposeful
Whether peer feedback influenced revisions
If tone remains professional online
Whether digital sources are cited correctly
This makes it ideal for formative assessment writing in digital environments.
✔ Guiding Conference Questions
You’ll have structured prompts such as:
Did technology help organize or improve this writing?
Does formatting make the piece easier to read?
Are visuals supporting the message rather than distracting?
Was peer feedback incorporated meaningfully?
Is the tone respectful and appropriate for digital sharing?
Are online sources credited properly?
These questions help students reflect on how digital tools impact writing quality.
Technology skills vary widely among students, so this resource includes scaffolds and extensions.
✔ Scaffolds for Support
Formatting guidance prompts
Step-by-step digital checklist reminders
Sentence stems for peer feedback
Tone reminders for online collaboration
Clear citation prompts
This makes it ideal for middle school writing intervention in digital settings.
✔ Extensions for Advanced Writers
Encouraging use of embedded visuals
Refining layout for readability
Leading digital peer workshops
Publishing to authentic audiences
Strengthening integration of hyperlinks and multimedia
Advanced students learn to use technology strategically — not just functionally.
Small Group & Digital Workshop Adaptation
This digital writing conference sheet works for:
▪ Google Docs peer review sessions
▪ Collaborative writing workshops
▪ Publishing check-ins
▪ Multimedia project conferences
▪ Digital essay revision days
▪ Online classroom writing projects
Because technology is integrated into nearly every classroom, this conference sheet becomes highly versatile.
Students receive structured language supports such as:
“One suggestion I have is…”
“This formatting choice helps because…”
“This visual supports the idea that…”
“The feedback I applied improved…”
“This revision makes the writing clearer for readers…”
These prompts strengthen digital communication and collaboration skills.
This W.8.6 conference sheet includes AI reflection prompts that encourage students to:
Evaluate how AI feedback influenced revisions
Reflect on clarity after digital formatting
Compare suggestions before publishing
Strengthen responsible use of online tools
Perfect For:
Digital Writing Conference Sheet
Technology in Writing Classroom
Publishing Writing Checklist
Collaborative Writing Feedback
8th Grade Writing
Middle School ELA
Writing Workshop Conference
Formative Assessment Writing
Standards Aligned Writing Instruction
✔ Aligns directly to W.8.6
✔ Encourages intentional digital writing
✔ Strengthens formatting and clarity
✔ Supports respectful collaboration
✔ Reinforces citation expectations
✔ Works in 1:1 Chromebook environments
✔ Bridges writing and digital literacy
This writing conference form helps students understand that technology should strengthen writing — not distract from it.
Formats Included
✔ Printable PDF digital writing conference sheet
✔ Digital Google Doc access
✔ Ready for Google Drive upload
✔ Ideal for 1:1 Chromebook classrooms
This resource is built specifically for modern writing workshop implementation.
It strengthens the digital and collaboration component of your writing workshop system and differentiates your bundle from traditional writing checklists.
If you want a comprehensive writing workshop toolkit aligned to every major 8th grade writing standard — including digital literacy — the bundle provides the full framework.
Ready to Strengthen Digital Writing in Your Classroom?
Add this digital writing conference sheet to your writing workshop toolkit and start guiding meaningful conversations about formatting, collaboration, publication, and responsible technology use.
Copyright © Annotated ELA, Melissa Burch
Permission to copy for single classroom use only.
Please purchase additional licenses if you intend to share this product.
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