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Book SynopsisThis book is designed to be a valuable resource for all educators who seek to gain a better understanding of writing development, effective writing teaching practices, and meeting the instructional needs of struggling writers. Educators of all levels and career stages will then benefit from the extensive research provided in the book; and through its pages they will gain a thorough understanding of how to go about the process of developing proficient writers in their classrooms.
Trade ReviewWriting is an essential part of academics and life. Wrestling with Writing: Instructional Strategies for Struggling Students guides educators through the writing process while offering the reader a plethora of much needed strategies, such as sentence stems and thinking sheets, to engage students and increase skill development. The authors have included opportunities for discussion surrounding writing programs and methodologies as well as professional development options. In the end, educators are steered clearly towards student success. -- Anne E. Mead Ed.D, administrator, Danbury Public Schools, Danbury, CT
This book has everything an educator needs to know about teaching writing to struggling students and those with learning disabilities as a means to increase student confidence and proficiency. District administrators and department chairs will find the book equally informative when looking to invest in professional development opportunities for staff or think about the technological needs of the 21st century student. This book offers something for everyone in the field of education who wants to improve as an educator or student. -- Martha H. von Mering, executive officer of special education & related services, Springfield Public Schools, Springfield, MA
Wrestling with Writing: Instructional Strategies for Struggling Students offers the reader a rich understanding of the writing process, the struggles and frustrations students experience as well as professional development opportunities for educators. Engaging the next generation to be confident writers is not an easy task, yet the authors offer up a toolbox full of strategies to hook hesitant scholars and authors-to-be. A must read for all who teach writing to students of any grade level, especially those who struggle, as well as anyone interested in learning more about the process of writing. -- Elizabeth Jean Ed.D, professor, Van Loan School of Education, Endicott College, Beverly, MA
Students with learning disabilities have great potential to thrive in an academic setting such as writing, however they often become frustrated and give up long before they find success. Taking a proactive stance in addressing the challenges faced by struggling writers and those with learning disabilities, the authors walk the reader through understanding the process, learning new strategies and skills that will alleviate the “what-ifs” of writing as well as discussing a plethora of professional development opportunities. Both student and educator will benefit from this books’ comprehensive look at a complicated subject. -- Richard B. Holzman, senior advisor for external affairs, University of Massachusetts Amherst, Springfield Center
Table of ContentsForward Preface Acknowledgements Chapters 1.What are Evidenced-Based Practices and How Do They Apply to Educational Interventions for Struggling Students? 2.Effective Evidence-Based Writing Strategies that Work for Struggling Students and Those with Learning Disabilities 3.Professional Development as the Cornerstone for Fostering Teacher Writing Knowledge 4.Starting with a Firm Foundation: The Writing Pyramid 5.Self-Regulation: Skills and Knowledge that Are Essential for Student Success 6.Pre-Writing Activities: Why They Matter and Applied Suggestions to Guide Their Use 7.Underscoring the Importance of Writing Structure 8.Editing as a Necessary Step for Successful Writing 9.The Promise of Writer’s Workshop 10.Technology as a Catalyst for Improving Writing Instruction About the Authors
