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Grammar & Mechanics Jun 26, 2014

Indirect Questions and Intentional Fragments

Today we are studying Indirect Questions and Intentional Fragments.

Grammar & Mechanics Jun 26, 2014

Abbreviations and Acronyms

Today we are studying How to Teach Abbreviations and Acronyms.

Grammar & Mechanics Dec 10, 2011

Why D.O.L. Does Not Transfer to Writing

Psychologists and educational theorists have developed learning theories to explain how new learning and skills are most efficiently mastered and best transfer to other academic activities.…

Writing Dec 20, 2009

How to Teach Rhetorical Stance

Students need to practice the elements of rhetorical stance to improve their writing. This article provides clear definitions and a great sample lesson with useful links…

Grammar & Mechanics Oct 25, 2009

Teach Grammar through Writing

Balanced grammar instruction includes four components: 1. Differentiated instruction based upon diagnostic assessments 2. Direct instruction in grammar and mechanics 3. Writing strategies practice and 4.…

Grammar & Mechanics Jun 30, 2009

Process vs. On Demand Writing

The advent of timed writings on high stakes tests, such as the new SAT 1, high school exit exams, and standards-based writing assessments, has placed teachers…