My teachers are reluctant so far for several
reasons....they think it will be writing in addition to the
writing that accompanies the selections from the Literature
book or novels being read; they are used to giving students
prompts to respond to, instead of letting students choose --
meaning you could have several different topics being
written about; and finally, "you want them to write
everyday?? -- who is grading all of that work!!??"

Keep in mind, I have been telling them it is ok not to
grade every paper... and you don't have to grade the whole
paper...example --if the class is weak on introductions,
assess a writing piece only on the introduction.
I am also trying to work in the 6 traits into the
workshop...which would help them focus on one or two areas
at a time.

Anybody have any suggestions on how to implement Writer's
Workshop during our 74 minute block, while not taking away
from reading instruction...or adding to the writing
instruction?

Lauren

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