We want struggling writers to believe that what they think is important and what they say is important, so important that we want to capture it in a more permanent form. We want them to believe that the process of writing, at whatever stage they are in, is within their grasp.
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Day 26 of the March SOLSC #sol18
Finish strong. It's Day 26. Write, read, and encourage others with comments. By this time, you know the comments that matter to you as a writer. Create those for others!
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Day 25 of the March SOLSC #sol18
Welcome to the twenty-fifth day of the 11th Annual Slice of Life Story Challenge! ANNOUNCEMENTS Is it crazy to think that we're in the last week of the eleventh year? Finish strong in this community of writers, readers, and commenters! If you're a first-year slicer, be sure to check out today's prize announcement and give… Continue reading Day 25 of the March SOLSC #sol18
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Day 24 of the March SOLSC #SOL18
Welcome to the twenty-fourth day of the 11th Annual Slice of Life Story Challenge! ANNOUNCEMENTS One week from today and we'll be writing our final post. You've made it this far. Congratulations. We're almost there. If you're a first-year slicer, be sure to check out today's prize announcement and give a shout-out to someone in… Continue reading Day 24 of the March SOLSC #SOL18
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A Challenge for First-Time Slicers
The weekend, we have a special challenge for first-year slicers, and we are grateful to Clare Landrigan and Tammy Mulligan for their generous donation!
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Day 23 of the March SOLSC #SOL18
Welcome to the twenty-third day of the 11th Annual Slice of Life Story Challenge! ANNOUNCEMENTS The third week can feel hard! We're past the newness factor, and the end it still in the distance. Keep writing! Keep sharing! Keep commenting! BE INSPIRED Alanna Parker writes at Art Teachers Do It For the Money and uses… Continue reading Day 23 of the March SOLSC #SOL18
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Branding Student Blogs
As an instructional technology coach, I have the privilege of working alongside teachers as they bring their students into the world of blogging. Many of the teachers I work with are new to blogging. They rely on me to steer them into an experience that will engage the student, lift student writing, and fit within the already packed school day. I guide these teachers to create branded blogs.
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Day 21 of the March SOLSC #SOL18
The third week can feel hard! We're past the newness factor, and the end it still in the distance. Keep writing! Keep sharing! Keep commenting!
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Flexible Seating Options
Not everyone works the same way. As educators, it’s up to us to find what works best for every kid so we’re meeting their needs.
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When Ideas Collide
I'm not someone who rides horseback but I often get to let go of the reigns and see where I might end up. My students never disappoint.
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TWT’s Mission Statement
Every so often, it is good to stop and think about why we do what we do. At Two Writing Teachers, the co-authors and I recently revisited our Mission Statement and updated it to reflect our most current beliefs about this blog and the teaching of writing
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Crushed It!
Crushed It (defined): To feel positive, get more done, or in general be a better person. How are you crushing it in the classroom?
