Q1: First, let’s talk general resources for teaching strategies. My favorites include @cultofpedagogy and @edutopia. What are your go-to resources for education articles? #TeachWriting
Q2. Now that we know your favorite resources, what area of teaching could you use more help in? I’m hoping that some resources covered during this chat can help you out! #TeachWriting
Q3. Coming up with engaging essay prompts can be difficult. I like to use the New York Times “Learning Network” (https://t.co/83Yqc1XeM7) for fun ideas that have real-world connections. Where do you go for essay prompts and academic activities? #TeachWriting
#teachwriting@pennykittle 's Write Beside Them is excellent. Teaching Argument Writing by Hillocks, Teaching Arguments by Fletcher, and The Writing Revolution by Hochman - all good.
Q4. To switch gears a bit, let’s talk creative writing! For prompts, I enjoy using @Storymatic, @ReedsyPrompts, and the Writing-Prompt-s Tumblr blog. Where do you go to get your students freewriting? #TeachWriting
Q5. The bane of all writing teachers is grading! One resource that can streamline the process is Orange Slice (https://t.co/GfyouUXob4), a rubric creator that works with Google docs. What helps you get through grading? #TeachWriting
A4 - I haven't tried these. I should have mentioned that I use lots of Atwell's ideas, so students write on topics of their own choice rather than prompts. But for creative ideas mining, we use Topic Journals. #teachwriting
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@MichelleEGreco, @Storymatic, @ReedsyPrompts
I like the idea of students choosing their own topic. Do you find it makes them more eager to write? Also, I have not heard of topic journals, though they sound intriguing! Where do you get the topics for them? #TeachWriting
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@mardieteach, @Storymatic, @ReedsyPrompts
Q6. Grading always makes me think of self-care. I enjoy the @Headspace app for meditation. Amazon music is my place for calming instrumentals. What resources do you use to relax? #TeachWriting
#teachwriting - I do find that students like to choose their own topics. I usually choose the genre, teach about form, voice, etc., but students choose topics. Topic Journals are good for getting seed ideas for future writing. Topics can be anything: Love, Regret, Games, Sports
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@MichelleEGreco, @Storymatic, @ReedsyPrompts
I hadn't thought of teaching writing like this. I tend to have a more controlled approach, but this sounds like it could be fun for both student and teacher. #TeachWriting
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@mardieteach, @Storymatic, @ReedsyPrompts
Q7. As teachers, we want to hook our students with engaging background information articles. Personally, I go to the @nytimes “Room for Debate” section (https://t.co/W1d03CN7IS), NewsELA, and https://t.co/9RSpVSGYac for these types of texts. Where do you get yours? #TeachWriting
Q8: @TpTdotcom (https://t.co/CXo9C81FOs) is a treasure trove for bell ringers, organization bundles, and lesson plans. What are some of your favorite stores for writing resources? My go-to is Presto Plans https://t.co/iybgKAXgud). The bell ringers are fantastic! #TeachWriting
Thanks again for joining us, and join us again in FOUR weeks - we're taking 12/26 off for "boxing day" - and watch for our archive in a few minutes! Have a good night, and see you again in a bit! #TeachWriting
