Writing Strategies for Stages 3 and 4

Corporate life has been quite a change after almost a decade in the classroom and it was quite a steep learning curve for a time. Now, after a year in the role I have learnt a great deal and I am sure this will continue as the role moves and changes to ensure better support for schools.

I have had the opportunity to develop some presentations for conferences and networks and of course with a great deal of presenting, I think I am more confident in delivering material. I worked with a colleague last year to develop a session on Writing Strategies which meant I could draw on strategies I have utilised with my own students but also, it gave me an opportunity to research the teaching of writing and I have uncovered many resources that will guide me when I return to the classroom.

Here is a copy of the Writing Strategies for Stages 3 and 4 slides, participant booklet, and the resources (also found in the participant booklet).

AATE/ALEA National Conference Write Right: Authentic Engagement with Creative Writing

Thank you to the participants who attended our workshop today!

Title: Write Right: Authentic Engagement with Creative Writing

Presenters: LB and KB

Abstract: Through following the Atwell model and implementing the mini-lesson approach to creative writing, teachers can provide an opportunity for students to construct imaginative text in an authentic and practical fashion. Skills are taught in close-up in order to facilitate understanding and application, with an emphasis on empowerment of students to express themselves effectively as active participants in the authorial process. By focusing on discrete skills, teachers become active facilitators in assisting learners to become specialists in identifying and using sophisticated techniques in their creative writing.

Resources:

Atwell, N. (2015). In the Middle A Lifetime of Learning About Writing, Reading, and 

Adolescents. Portsmouth. Heinemann.

Derewianka, B. (2012). A New Grammar Companion. Australia: Primary English

Teaching Association Australia.

Humphrey, S., Droga, L., & Feez, S. (2012). Grammar and Meaning. Australia: Primary

English Teaching Association Australia.

Download the PowerPoint and Booklet HERE!