The focus of this course is on supporting participants to identify the language demands of texts commonly read and written in the secondary school and recognising the features of their students’ writing. Kathy Rushton and Joanne Rossbridge have consultancy experience and will focus on the teaching of writing as the context in which grammar is taught to support meaning and we will outline those grammatical features which best support teachers to make an impact on students who are writing extended responses.
Our aim is not to focus on the basics, but we will briefly review or address grammar for those who may be addressing it explicitly for the first time. This will support participants to identify and address their students’ needs as they analyse their written work. We will provide practical examples for engaging students in writing and supporting students to write effectively.
Secondary teachers of all subjects requiring extended response writing such as HSIE, English, PDHPE and Science.
One day workshop with participants actively engaged in two sessions.