Writing As Learning: A Content-Based Approach - Second Edition

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Writing as Learning: A Content-Based Approach - Second Edition by Andrew Rothstein, Evelyn Rothstein & Gerald LauberWriting as Learning: A Content-Based Approach, Second Edition of fers teachers twelve easy-to-use strategies for engaging students in writing about subject area content. Based on the authors’ extensive work with learners at all levels, the strategies help students gain a deep understanding of concepts, build a rich vocabulary, and develop organized thinking processes.This resource provides step-by-step guidance for implementing each strategy and includes examples illustrating how to use the strategies for different ages and subject areas. The revised edition includes:· Updated references to research· Expanded discussion of writing as a learning process· New writing activities based on the strategies· More tips and suggestions for implementing the strategies.TABLE OF CONTENTS: Preface to the Second Edition Publisher’s Acknowledgments About the Authors Introduction 1. The Elements of Writing as Learning: Strategies, Genres, Topics, and Tools 2. Building Vocabulary With Taxonomies 3. Composing With Keywords 4. Metacognition 5. Defining Format 6. Morphology, Etymology, and Grammar 7. Profiles and Frames 8. Who’s Who 9. Reasons, Causes, Results 10. Where in the World 11. Premises, Premises 12. Quotable Quotes 13. Personifications and Interactions 14. Writing as Editing 15. Writing—A Curriculum Unifier: A Goal for Every Student Bibliography Index  [Age Suitability: All][Authors: Andrew Rothstein, Evelyn Rothstein & Gerald Lauber][Extent: 256 pages][Published: 2007][CODE: SG-9613]A Corwin Press Publication Show more