At Two Writing Teachers, we have had many conversations about writing instruction and the lack of energy around it given the current focus on reading instruction.
We know that there are people who, like us, worry that the importance of writing has diminished, but we know that writing helps people make sense of life, discover what they have to say, and celebrate the power of words.
All of that being said, one of the things we value about Two Writing Teachers is the shared commitment to excellent writing instruction and the power of our community. We know there are community members – all of you! – who share our passion for inspiring students to write.
The co-authors have been brainstorming ways to strengthen the collaboration and connections between each other and also between readers.
Please consider filling out this Google form, letting us know how you’d like to collaborate. We want to know what is possible for you.
As always, we welcome additional ideas! Our ultimate goal is to re-kindle and energize the writing lives of teachers and students.
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I saw your post pop up yesterday and have been thinking about your question(s). SO much has been challenged about literacy learning in the past few years with tremendous blame directed at the notion of reading and writing as interrelated processes that support each other. While clearly an advocate for phonics and intensive phonics for those who struggle, I am very scared at the lack of focus on writing for meaningful purposes. My own experiences in schools suggest that writing (and reading) has largely been put on the back burner as teachers focus on skills, skills, skills. Sadly, this cycle of skills vs meaningful purposes is one we as teachers have been through many, many times. If we want students to write, they have to write every day. My own grandchildren in primary grades in highly effective districts in NY and NJ are not doing that. The teachers I work with are not doing that. It’s almost like 1980 again! WE, who believe in writing to clarify thoughts, and express ideas need to get out there and talk the talk. AI is NOT a substitute for writing; in fact, if you do not learn to write, you cannot even analyze the worth of an AI document. Journal articles, NYTimes features, local writing council workshops….. Just my thoughts
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