In a world of smartphones, tablets and computers, some parents might wonder why their children need to learn now to write in elementary schools.But new research is demonstrating that it's still ...

Almost all my writing is on a keyboard – typing on my laptop or tablet, or phone. I write by hand only occasionally these days; jotting a quick reminder on a scratch pad, or making notes during a call ...

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With educators under enormous pressure to make sure students meet grade level standards in reading and math, writing often takes a back seat in the curriculum, as many literacy experts have observed.

In the hands of students, a curved piece of wood becomes a smile, a crown, an oversized ear. The shape’s “meaning” changes with its position or role, a message that also holds true in learning to ...

I’ve long believed that if we want students to improve as writers, it makes sense to make writing as fun as possible. Ask students how often they experience school-related writing as fun and expect a ...

As a writer, I am aware of the long and pervasive discourse about the difficulty of writing. Writing is arduous and enervating, frequently frustrating, wrought with failure, and also, I believe, a fun ...

WEBVTT 3 We learned it in school! And we use it every day. Can you imagine NOT knowing how to write? IN A WORLD OF TABLETS, CELL PHONES, AND COMPUTERS-- TEACHERS ARE FACED WITH A NEW CHALLENGE ... HOW ...