It's not really THE writing process. It's A writing process. And it's not necessarily a linear process. It's a collection of lenses for improving writing from different perspectives. Pick up any book on teaching writing and it'll deliver you a different version of The writing process. That's ok. I don't think there are two authors … Continue reading The Writing Process: Lenses for Primary Writers from Planning to Publishing
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TAG: Peer Writing Conferences
Students need peer-to-peer writing conferences. When done well, they allow our student writers to gain insight from peers on their writing while it is being crafted, and use this to guide their next steps. While feedback from teachers is important, feedback from peers can be powerful, allow a variety of perspectives, and be more instantaneous … Continue reading TAG: Peer Writing Conferences