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Judy, Stephen N.; Judy, Susan J. – 1981
Intended for writing instructors at all educational levels, the chapters in this collection discuss the philosophy and principles of the teaching of writing in an effort to capitalize on the current public interest in writing. Chapter topics are (1) the basics of teaching writing; (2) teaching the composing process; (3) writing assignments and…
Descriptors: Classroom Environment, Elementary Secondary Education, English Curriculum, Interdisciplinary Approach
Strange, Rebecca L. – 1988
A case can be made for teachers to use audience-oriented teaching strategies that encourage children to write for a wide range of readers. Even so, questions remain about how writers, especially student writers, actually learn to consider an audience of readers when they write. Research suggests that a developmental trend exists in which children…
Descriptors: Audience Analysis, Audience Awareness, Classroom Environment, Educational Strategies
Martin, Anne – 1981
Methods of eliciting writing from children are explored in this monograph, which includes samples of nine- and ten-year-old students' writing. The monograph offers four recommendations for improving writing skills: make writing a daily activity; take children's writing seriously; maintain flexible standards of form and language; and identify group…
Descriptors: Academically Gifted, Classroom Environment, Classroom Techniques, Grade 4
Smith, Eugene – 1983
Student writing can be used in literature classes as a motivational and learning tool. Through careful planning, writing activities can (1) demonstrate that student ideas on literature will be considered seriously, (2) integrate students' literary opinions with those of the instructor and established critics, (3) improve student writing skills,…
Descriptors: Class Activities, Classroom Environment, College English, Group Discussion
Zemelman, Steven; Daniels, Harvey – 1988
Intended for teachers and encompassing all aspects of teaching writing, this book applies the process paradigm to junior and senior high writing instruction. Part 1, "Process and Paradigm," outlines challenges faced by junior and senior high school writing instructors, defines the process paradigm, and presents a sample integrated…
Descriptors: Class Activities, Classroom Environment, Collaborative Writing, Content Area Writing