Differentiated Instructional Strategies for Writing in the Content Areas

Incorporate writing into content instruction to increase student learning!This updated edition demonstrates explicit strategies for using writing as a tool for learning within the content curriculum. To meet the diverse needs of all students, including English language learners, teachers can use brain-compatible techniques that address different grade levels and developmental stages, multiple intelligences, and various learning styles. The authors cover: Genres and formats for different content areas Writing strategies and activities to motivate and engage students Lesson planning that supports individual student needs before, during, and after writing Assessing and resolving writing problems The writing process from pre-writing to publication