Sunday, February 27, 2011

Writing; What does it look like and how can we use it?

I have learned that writing can be a fun and engaging process through the use of the various writing programs. Four square is a good way to organize writing for many students, as well as the other programs for engagement. In the classroom, writing should look like a way of self expression for the students. The use of writing can be used for students who want to express themselves and depending on the way you use writing to accommodate to the needs of all the students, it can be fun for everyone. Your students will be more likely to and willing to share more details by expressing themselves through writing. Kid Writing, the program I researched, was a good way for the primary aged students to express themselves through pictures. All of the writing programs give a unique and helpful way for students to enjoy writing and not view it as much as a task, but an activity.