From Facts to Form: Tools for Effective Essay Writing

Aimed at high school educators, this workshop seeks to deepen their understanding of the essay writing process, presenting it in a manner that is both engaging and comprehensible to their students. Through the use of practical examples and hands-on exercises, teachers will leave with a suite of activities and lesson plans ready to implement in their classrooms. Furthermore, the workshop emphasizes the creation of a collaborative environment, encouraging participants to share their experiences and best practices.

• Student disengagement or lack of confidence in the essay writing process.
  
  
• Difficulty in breaking down complex writing skills into manageable, teachable steps.
  
  
• Limited availability of effective, classroom-ready resources and activities for teaching essay writing.
  
  
• Lack of structured opportunities for peer collaboration and sharing best practices in writing instruction.
  

1. Gain practical strategies and ready-to-use lesson plans that make the essay writing process more accessible and engaging for students.
2. Learn how to design and facilitate hands-on activities that guide students step-by-step through planning, drafting, and revising essays.
3. Develop skills to foster a collaborative classroom culture where students can share ideas, give feedback, and learn from each other.

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