Publisher's Synopsis
Teaching Writing in the Inclusive Classroom offers teachers in grades 6 12 everything they need to help all students develop basic writing skills, relate writing to real–life tasks, and explore writing as a creative and enjoyable practice.
Filled with fifty engaging activities, this hands–on resource is an important and valuable tool that can supplement any teacher′s approach to writing instruction. Teaching Writing in the Inclusive Classroom offers strategies based on the proven TIP Writing Process that is designed to individualize the writing process by focusing on the specific needs of each student within the classroom. The T–I–P Process is short for:
TEACH appropriate rhetorical strategies while modeling rhetorical problems
INTRODUCE skills and mechanics through mini lessons and conferences with no expectation of assessing those skills or mechanics outside of the context of the written page
PRACTICE frequently and in a sustained manner both in and outside of the classroom
The TIP Process allows students to write at their own level and pace. Students are never made to feel less than their peers; in contrast, everyone is sharing in the process of creating with words and ideas.
Praise for Teaching Writing in the Inclusive Classroom
"A very teacher–friendly guide to teaching writing . . . gives teachers ample ways to entice students into sharing their own stories and experiences."
Donna Ogle, Ed.D., professor, National–Louis University and past president, International Reading Association
"Throughout this book, teachers are encouraged to clarify their own beliefs about the writing process as well as belief in the potential of each child to find their own unique ′voice′ through writing."
Beverly Otto, Ph.D., professor of teacher education and author, Language Development in Early Childhood
"A must–have for any individual interested in providing access to appropriate educational opportunities for all students, especially for students who struggle with academics."
Peggy A. Duran–Klenclo, M.Ed., J.D., coordinator, student support services, Region 17 Education Service Center, Lubbock, Texas
"Contains practical approaches for teaching our students to become better writers . . . I wholeheartedly recommend this book. "
Melvina Adams, literacy teacher, Chase Elementary School, Chicago. Illinois
