Saturday, August 7, 2010

Workshops: What I Learned...

Thank you fellow teacher presenters for sharing. I enjoyed learning from each of your dynamic workshops. In brief, I have listed quick thoughts of each presenter's workshop.

*Cheryl F: Cheryl demonstrated ideas on how to use music to enhance students writing. The parody is on my list to use. Music is a wonderful way to connect with students and inspire their creative writing.

*Cheryl K: Cheryl presented ideas on how she will apply Britton's theory of writing in the different modes of discourse using the historical fiction genre in the content area of Social Studies. Great choice of using the historical fiction novel "Molly" for your theme; students will connect and enjoy their writing with you.

*Audrey W: Audrey shared ideas on how to encourage students to write through using their sensory intelligences. How clever to use the variety of hands-on activities; Your hand activity will be interesting to use in my classroom.

*Virginia E: Virginia offered teachers survival strategies to help children with special needs (Aspergers/Autism) engage in writing. It was through your passion that I could see how special these children are.

*Shannon H: Shannon presented the benefits of journaling for students and teachers accompanied with a detailed recommended reading list. Your students will have loads of fun journaling in your classroom.

*Megan C: Megan introduced and explained 6 Trait Writing concepts and ideas using picture books for student writing. You teach little people with expanding and sincere minds...you are the perfect fit.

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