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NCTE's Writing Initiative is a new 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. Check out the Writing Plans Database for writing policies, programs, and practices.

Writing Initiative Updates

10 Myths about Learning to Write

Learning to write is difficult, but sometimes people get discouraged for the wrong reasons. NCTE wants to set the record straight with this list of myths about learning to write.

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What Research Says about Writing

NCTE Beliefs about the Teaching of Writing

Adopted by the NCTE Executive Committee, November 2004

Writing in the Early Grades, K-2

This page summarizes findings about writers in the early grades K-2 and provides ideas and resources for families, educators, and policymakers. Downloadable PDF brochure also available.

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.

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