In this workshop participants will learn strategies for helping students put their thoughts into writing. Specifically, methods for developing thematic units and vocabulary, simple and complex sentences, and strategies for single- and multi-paragraph compositions will all be discussed. Handouts and templates will be provided.

Upon completion, participants will be able to:

  • Define the writing demands placed on students
  • Identify and explain the importance of oral rehearsal prior to writing
  • Create a curriculum to begin cross curricular units
  • Implement scaffolded techniques in the classroom to enhance students’ writing, both at the sentence and paragraph levels