The Teaching of Writing Skills.

Catalog description

Semester course; 3 lecture hours (delivered online, face-to-face or hybrid). 3 credits. The course critically examines theories, techniques and strategies that contribute to proficient written expression skills in the Pre-K through grade six classroom. It emphasizes the importance of the phases of the writing process and researched-based practices in facilitating the development of written language skills. The class will also address the assessment of Pre-K through grade six student writing and how to use that information to plan effective instruction. The course includes an examination of the student’s personal writing processes. Students will be encouraged to be critically reflective practitioners throughout the course.