We all know that the goal of grammar instruction is for our students to become better writers, but do you ever find yourself frustrated that your students aren’t applying the grammar skills you’re teaching them?
Are you looking for a better way to teach grammar that is both engaging and meaningful, yet will also result in improved writing?
Sign up for this FREE 1-hour workshop to learn how to transform your elementary grammar instruction:
“Improving Student Writing though Authentic Grammar instruction”
WHO IS THIS WORKSHOP FOR?
This workshop is for elementary teachers who are interested in research-based best practices for grammar instruction that will result in improved writing among your students.
THIS WORKSHOP IS RIGHT FOR YOU IF YOU WANT TO…
1. Learn a simple, research-based method for teaching grammar in the context of writing.
2. Engage ALL your students in meaningful, research-based grammar instruction.
3. Receive practical strategies and mini-lessons that you can immediately implement in your classroom.
4. See ALL your students apply grammar in their writing.
GET THIS FREE GRAMMAR WORKSHOP NOW!
WHY THIS METHOD FOR TEACHING GRAMMAR?
1. Students need a purpose for learning grammar
- Students need to understand why grammar is important and be inspired to use it to enhance their own craft.
2. Grammar should be taught in context
- Research repeatedly states that grammar should be taught in the context of reading and writing in order for students to apply grammar in their writing.
3. Students need to observe correct usage of grammar
- Most grammar activities center on error correction whereas this method emphasizes observing correct usage of grammar in mentor sentences.
4. It will result in improved writing
- As a result of teaching grammar in the context of reading and writing, you will see your students transfer grammar skills to their own writing.
WHICH LESSONS ARE INCLUDED IN THIS WORKSHOP?
Lesson 1: Teaching Grammar in Context vs. Isolation
In this lesson you will learn why teaching grammar in the context of reading and writing is most beneficial for students.
Lesson 2: Introducing Grammar Skills through Mentor Sentences
In this lesson you will learn how to introduce grammar skills with mentor sentences, imitation sentences, and focus phrases.
Lesson 3: Reinforcing Grammar Skills with Anchor Charts and Practice
In this lesson you will learn how to solidify grammar rules with anchor charts and provide guided and independent practice activities to reinforce skills.
Lesson 4: Applying Grammar Skills through Authentic Writing
In this lesson you will learn how to encourage application of grammar skills through authentic writing opportunities.
Lesson 5: Assessing Grammar Skills with Authentic Assessments
In this lesson you will learn how to informally and formally assess students through authentic writing assessments. You will also learn how to provide differentiated opportunities for re-teaching, practice, and enrichment.
This short video will provide you with an overview of the content you will receive in the workshop.