A Safe Harbor: Writing Groups in the Middle School Classroom

Describes the author's efforts in establishing writing groups in a middle school classroom. Discusses setting standards, teacher role, and common projects. Concludes that the development of a safe writing environment requires open discussion about the needs and ears of writers and a common obje...

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Published in:English journal 2001, Vol.90 (5), p.127
Main Author: Wagner, Darla
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Classroom Environment
Middle Schools
Teacher Role
Teaching Methods
Writing Evaluation
Writing Instruction
Writing Processes
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Summary:Describes the author's efforts in establishing writing groups in a middle school classroom. Discusses setting standards, teacher role, and common projects. Concludes that the development of a safe writing environment requires open discussion about the needs and ears of writers and a common objective or project for revision and response. (SR)
ISSN:0013-8274