Description
This workshop reviews the key components of a writing workshop model, including the mini-lesson, independent work, conferring, and sharing.
In addition, participants will:
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- Understand how a workshop model of writing instruction can meet the needs of a wide variety of learners.
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- Practice ways to simplify lesson planning for the workshop model.
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- Explore strategies for engaging writers using maps and graphic organizers.
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- Create examples of writing to use as models during instruction.
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- Understand the impact material choice, mentor texts, and professional texts can have on writing instruction.
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- Discuss and share a variety of ways to celebrate student writing.
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- Share thoughts and ideas in regard to the importance of a system that supports student growth via learning progressions, rubrics, checklists, and feedback.