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College Composition Revisited: The Right Type of Write Hype Grade 11-TertiaryThe art of writing has deteriorated and teachers need a stronger grounding in language and literature. Teachers are not interested in teaching writing courses and many are ill-equipped to do so. Guidelines for writing and writing instruction are discussed.... -
Creative Technical Writing as Problem Solving Grade 3-LifelongThis article shares the perspective that writing is a problem-solving activity. Instead of the traditional prewriting, writing, revising model, the authors present a problem solving model with four stages: preparation, incubation, illumination, and translation.... -
Critical Thinking Skills Grade 9-LifelongThe process of writing is also the process of thinking. Leading students away from the misconception that writing is an event is the focus of this article. This article suggests ways a teacher can cultivate critical thinking and writing by providing opportunities... -
Improving Student Writing Grade 3-Grade 12This 2006 NAD Teachers Convention workshop handout provides a one page expository timed writing rubric and a page of recommended books available through presenter and author Sandra Doran. -
JAE Editorial: Using Writing to Train Thinkers Kindergarten-LifelongThis special writing issue addresses the connection between writing and the highest levels of cognitive processing. In his editorial, Ostrander supports direct-instruction that leads to authentic, purposeful writing activities. Articles in this issue include:... -
Making the Grade Grade 3-Grade 12Both beginning and experienced teachers often struggle with how to assess writing assignments. This article gives suggestions on how to grade writing assignments, options for grading, and key traits of writing. Grading options such as the no grade or check... -
Preventing Plagiarism Grade 3-LifelongWhile dishonesty is a factor in plagiarism, a more crucial factor is time. This article suggests that an understanding of why students plagiarize can empower teachers to prevent the behavior by providing assignments that clearly outline requirements and state... -
Revisiting Writing Workshop Kindergarten-Grade 12The purpose of this article is to review some essentials of writing workshop along with supplemental information to make it easier to use. Creating a positive environment, enabling student ownership and success, creating a culture for writing, facilitating... -
Take 10 For Science - Integrating Writing and Science in the Multigrade Classroom Grade 5-Grade 8In order for students to master the art of scientific inquiry and understand the scientific process, they must first master basic skills. This article demonstrates how writing can be integrated into the science classroom. Techniques shared include: Observation... -
Teaching Print Awareness Through Kindergarten Journal Writing Kindergarten-Grade 1Classroom writing in kindergarten consists of 5 main forms: logs, diaries, creative writing, expository writing, and journals. Early journal writing may include a lot of pictures and scribbles. Teachers should establish a writing routine (sample one provided... -
Toward Research Writing Grade 5-Grade 12Students and teachers alike often dread the inevitable multiple-page research paper. Managing the note cards, quotations, footnotes, and bibliography from multiple sources makes us attempt this but once a year. Is there a way to teach these tools in smaller,... -
Writing Across the Curriculum: The Accent is on Learning Kindergarten-LifelongInvolving teachers from every discipline in teaching writing offers a workable means of improving the quality of student writing. The goal of writing is to communicate effectively and efficiently. A cross-disciplinary writing program will have wider appeal... -
Writing in the Math Class Kindergarten-Grade 8There is an increased emphasis in writing across the curriculum. This article gives many practical suggestions for incorporating writing in the math class. These suggestions range from explaining processes to writing poems, letters, and story problems.