Reading maketh a full man;
conference a ready man;
and writing an exact man.
–Francis Bacon, On Studies, 1601
Think! Like A Writer
Workshops for all middle school teachers
Learn how and why to teach exact writing and integrate writing
with close reading and speaking and listening skills.
Point:Counterpoint
Inspiring Argumentative Writers
Teach students to:
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Write clear, compelling, evidence-based argumentative papers
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Read and discuss contemporary issues using arguments compiled by unbiased researchers at www.procon.org
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Support claims with accurate and credible evidence
from experts -
Defend against counterclaims
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Build knowledge through reading complex, content-rich nonfiction and informational texts
Quality Writing Teams
Inspiring Writers through Collaboration
Teach students to:
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Write high-quality short essays and position papers
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Collaborate as members of Learning Teams who will inspire one another to be better individual writers
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Revise and edit team members’ writing with an
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Meet their own psychological needs for belonging, power, freedom, and fun through effective Learning Team membership (based on Dr. William Glasser’s Choice Theory educational philosophy)
For further information, contact:
Louise E. Miller, Ed.S., NBCT at ThinkLouiseMiller@gmail.com