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 |  | Recent developments in education and technology have drawn national attention to the instruction and practice of writing. New electronic media like e-mail, instant messaging, text messaging, personal Web pages, and blogging have created multiple opportunities for students to write in different styles for varying purposes and audiences. The proliferation of high-stakes writing tests highlights the importance of strong writing skills as an indicator of student achievement. Research indicates that all students can be taught to improve their writing, and effective writing instruction strategies are known to boost student achievement. The research, policy statements, and information collected here reflect NCTE's commitment to improving writing instruction for all students. |
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10 Myths About Learning to Write
| NCTE sets the record straight by debunking popular myths about learning to write. |
NCTE Principles about Writing
| See NCTE's eleven principles about writing and writing instruction. |
Frequently Asked Questions about Writing
| Find the answers to the most common questions about writing practice and instruction. |
Writing: Key Terms
| A glossary of the key terms used to talk about writing and writing instruction. |
NCTE Position Statement on Teaching Composition
| Learn the essential principles involved in the teaching of writing. |
NCTE Position on Writing Assessment
| NCTE and IRA have published a set of standards that inform effective approaches to assessment. Here you will find a brief summary of the standards with a link to the full text. |
Guidelines for the Ethical Treatment of Students and Student Writing in Composition Studies
| College composition instructors should be familiar with these guidelines, developed by the Conference on College Composition and Communication. |
Position Statement on the Preparation and Professional Development of Teachers of Writing
| The Conference on College Composition and Communication has developed a series of guidelines that identify the elements characteristic of high-quality preparation for writing instructors. |
Writing Assessment Position Statement
| Here, the Conference on College Composition and Communication provides policy guidelines and recommendations that inform high-quality composition instruction. |
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Policy Research
Research Based Policy Statements on Writing
| Here you will find policy statements based upon important research as well as citations of relevant research. |
What We Know: Writing in the Early Grades: K-12
| This page summarizes findings about writers in the early grades K-2 and provides ideas and resources for families, educators, and policymakers. Downloadable PDF files also available. |
What We Know: Writing in the Intermediate Grades, 3-5
| This page summarizes findings about writers in the intermediate grades, 3-5 and provides ideas and resources for families, educators, and policymakers. Downloadable PDF files also available. |
What We Know: Writing in the Middle Grades, 6-8
| This page summarizes findings about writers in the middle grades, 6-8 and provides ideas and resources for families, educators, and policymakers. Downloadable PDF files also available. |
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Teacher Resources and Advocacy
NCTE's Writing Initiative
| NCTE's Writing Initiative is a public service campaign to support sound practices in the teaching of writing across all disciplines, to increase policymakers' and the public's knowledge about the teaching of writing, and to make available professional development for schools and educators. |
Develop an Elementary School Writing Policy
| The rationale for developing a school-wide writing policy for elementary students. |
Develop a Middle School Writing Policy
| The rationale for developing a middle school-wide writing policy. |
Develop a Secondary School Writing Policy
| The rationale for developing a secondary school-wide writing policy. |
College/University Writing Policy Development
| A guide to develop college and university-wide writing policies. |
The Impact of the SAT and ACT Timed Writing Tests
| Read thisreport to learn about NCTE’s concerns regarding high-stakes writing tests as indications of writing ability; the impact of the tests on curriculum, classroom instruction, and attitudes about writing; the unintended consequences of using high-stakes tests; and the capacity of the test to provide equity and to address diversity. |
How to Help your Child Become a Better Writer
| Parents can play an important role in building writing skills at home. Here you will find some practical, at-home activities, as well as some suggestions that will help parents become partners in writing instruction. |
Como Ayudar su Niño a Escribir Mejor
| Esperamos que les guste seguir estas sugerencias cuyo propósito es ayudarle a su niño a escribir bien, tanto en la escuela como en la casa.
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