The Written Word: Why Getting it on Paper is so Hard & How to Help
Writing is the most complex of all academic tasks. The interaction between expression and transcription is multifaceted. Explicit instruction and assistive technology tools make a huge difference for students who have amazing things to say, but just can ' t get it on paper.
WORKSHOP OUTCOMES( HIGHLIGHTS):
Ÿ Classify text by genre.
Ÿ Identify main idea sentences, connecting words and topics that �t each type of expository paragraph organization.
Ÿ Analyze text for the purpose of identifying the inferences that students must make to comprehend.
Ÿ Explicitly and effectively teach concepts related to spelling.
Ÿ Integrate basic skill instruction with composition in writing lessons
Ÿ Select and design activities to teach important components of writing.
Ÿ Analyze students ' writing to determine speci�c instructional needs.
Ÿ Provide speci�c, constructive feedback to students.
Ÿ Teach research-based writing for the intended audience.
Ÿ Make appropriate written recommendations for the use of assistive technology in writing.
Ÿ Use multisensory techniques to teach letter naming and letter formation in manuscript and cursive forms.
Ÿ Implement strategies to build �uency in letter formation, and copying and transcription of written language.
For a complete list of outcomes and standards for this workshop, click here.