Module:

Improving Writing Performance: A Strategy for Writing Expository Essays

Wrap Up

This module described factors that contribute to students' difficulties with written expression. The elements of the writing process were also presented. Students must understand these elements in order to integrate thoughts, ideas, and content information into cohesive written essays. The module then provided an overview of the research-validated POW+TREE strategy, which can be used to teach persuasive writing.

Torri Lienemann, PhD Program Coordinator for Cognitive Strategies Instruction University of Nebraska, Lincoln, NE

Listen as Dr. Lienemann summarizes the benefits of implementing a writing strategy for students. (Time: 0:42) View Transcript

Think back to how you answered these Initial Thoughts questions: What should Ms. Lin know in order to provide effective writing instruction? What could Ms. Lin do to help her students learn to write persuasive essays?

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