Benefits
Uses
Writing to Learn
Writing to Demonstrate Knowledge
Writing Practices
100
Observing, Interpreting, Evaluating, Conceptualizing, Analyzing
What are Critical Thinking skills?
100
divorce, loss, trauma, decision making
What are some instances in which writing can provide clarity?
100
5-10 minutes
How long do Writing to Learn activities typically take?
100
essays, reports, arguments
what is one form of Writing to Demonstrate Knowledge?
100
a graphic organizer used to help students recall, clarify, and make connections to new material.
What is a two-column note-taker?
200
Thinking about thinking
What is Metacognition?
200
Students think and write prior to discusssion
How can writing be used to initiate and support discussion?
200
they cause students to reflect on what they know, don't know, or are confused about
What is the primary purpose of Writing to Learn activities?
200
written over a period of time.
How long does it typically take to produce a piece of writing that Demonstrates Knowledge?
200
collect information about two or more concepts and to record similarities and differences.
Compare and Contrast calls on students to take what actions?
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