In this writing course I have acquired valuable information for providing effective research based writing instruction. There many important research based writing practices that I walk away with as we end our time together. Writing time in schools is limited and as we have learned this is a problem. We have learned that providing high quality daily writing instruction and time to write allows students to continue to grow in their writing and thinking. Teachers must allow students the opportunity to work through the writing process. Each part of the writing process requires students to elicit various knowledge and skills. It is important to give students feedback through out the various parts of the process. Feedback plays a key role in providing quality writing instruction and should be given throughout the process. Teachers should analyze students' writing to help them plan future lessons to give students what they need to continue to grow as writers. Throughout the entire writ
writing goal: Keep reader engaged through out i can see it all but no one knows me i can see it all but no one knows me i can see it all the smiling faces the tears the laughter the good times the hard times i watch the children grow and the teachers nurture i can see it all but no one knows me i can see it all the friendships the growth the struggles the learning the joy i can see it all but no one knows me my doors open to welcome and close to protect my roof keeps everyone dry and safe my walls hold work and master pieces my windows watch the seasons pass and the children play do you know me now...?