power writing: Using thesis statements to guide expository writing
Monday, August 3, 2015
Uxbridge High School
9:00-12:00
Presented By: Wayne Borden and Sarah Rafferty
Best For: Grades 6-8 and HS non-ELA Teachers
With the Common Core's increased emphasis on non-fiction reading and writing, students need to be taught how to write solid thesis statements, not just in English class but in all content areas. A well-crafted thesis statement promotes deep-level, rigorous thinking on the part of students and sets students up to write focused, inclusive responses, whether shorter open-response or essays.
Teachers often dread attempting to teach students thesis writing. The task is often viewed as daunting and "over their students' heads." However, with a few simple techniques and strategies, teachers can feel much more confident about tackling this necessary and worthwhile skill. This three-hour workshop mainly is aimed at teachers in grades 6-8 who want to learn and practice using thesis writing with their students. However, higher grade level teachers may find benefits as well, especially if they are non-ELA teachers seeking to bring the rigor of the thesis into their classrooms.
Uxbridge High School
9:00-12:00
Presented By: Wayne Borden and Sarah Rafferty
Best For: Grades 6-8 and HS non-ELA Teachers
With the Common Core's increased emphasis on non-fiction reading and writing, students need to be taught how to write solid thesis statements, not just in English class but in all content areas. A well-crafted thesis statement promotes deep-level, rigorous thinking on the part of students and sets students up to write focused, inclusive responses, whether shorter open-response or essays.
Teachers often dread attempting to teach students thesis writing. The task is often viewed as daunting and "over their students' heads." However, with a few simple techniques and strategies, teachers can feel much more confident about tackling this necessary and worthwhile skill. This three-hour workshop mainly is aimed at teachers in grades 6-8 who want to learn and practice using thesis writing with their students. However, higher grade level teachers may find benefits as well, especially if they are non-ELA teachers seeking to bring the rigor of the thesis into their classrooms.