1. The High School Writing Workshop 2. Setting Up and Managing the Writing Workshop 3. Writing Assignments 4. Planning and Prewriting 5. Initial Drafting 6. Writing Is Revising 7. Peer Feedback 8. Teacher Feedback 9. Correctness in the Writing Workshop 10. Evaluating Student Work Appendix: Resources for Further Reading
This unique resource gives teachers everything they need to set up and manage a successful writing workshop in a high school classroom. By creating a classroom centered on writing, the workshop approach helps students develop skills and strategies for mastering numerous writing tasks and genres. After introducing the workshop's fundamental principles and methods, the book explains how to guide students through the entire writing process, from planning and drafting to revising, giving and receiving feedback, editing, and publishing their work. Guidelines for valid, reliable assessment and evaluation of student work are included. Enhancing the book's utility are numerous tables, figures, and "How's it done?" boxes that offer classroom-tested tools and tips.