Demystifying Writing, Transforming Education: Writing enables deeper thinking and learning in every content area. Let's teach it in every content area.

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Title: Demystifying Writing, Transforming Education: Writing enables deeper thinking and learning in every content area. Let's teach it in every content area.
Authors: Schmoker, Mike schmoker@futureone.com
Source: Educational Leadership. Apr2018, Vol. 75 Issue 7, p22-27. 6p.
Subject Terms: *Study & teaching of language composition, *Interdisciplinary education, *Group work in education, *Grading of students, *Comprehension, Critical thinking studies
Abstract: The article discusses the role of writing instruction in all content areas of K-12 education. Topics include the promotion of analytic thinking through writing in various disciplines, the use of writing and group learning instead of focusing on individual grading, and the need for teachers to check for understanding.
Database: Education Research Complete
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Abstract:The article discusses the role of writing instruction in all content areas of K-12 education. Topics include the promotion of analytic thinking through writing in various disciplines, the use of writing and group learning instead of focusing on individual grading, and the need for teachers to check for understanding.
ISSN:00131784