Writing as Learning: A Content-Based Approach - Softcover

"Offers an organized set of strategies for creating a 'continuous learning through writing' program for teachers and their students." (Kimberley Gomez, Assistant Professor of Curriculum and Instruction 2006-07-27)

"The strategies are clearly explained and include samples of student work. They can be implemented easily by preservice teachers as well as seasoned teachers." (Susan D’Angelo, Fifth-Grade Gifted Education Teacher 2006-07-27)

Writing as Learning: A Content-Based Approach, Second Edition offers teachers twelve easy-to-use strategies for engaging students in writing about subject area content. Based on the authors' extensive work with learners at all levels, the strategies help students gain a deep understanding of concepts, build a rich vocabulary, and develop organized thinking processes.

This resource provides step-by-step guidance for implementing each strategy and includes examples illustrating how to use the strategies for different ages and subject areas. The revised edition includes:

· Updated references to research

· Expanded discussion of writing as a learning process

· New writing activities based on the strategies

· More tips and suggestions for implementing the strategies.