12-EDUC5281 Unit 5 Discussion Forum Assignment week 5
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Writing is an essential skill in learning a language. Throughout the 23 years of teaching, I encountered many difficulties in teaching this critical skill and encouraging students to write short sentences then paragraphs but not essays or articles; because I belong to an Arab country where English is considered as a foreign and second language. Most of my students used to ask me to give them model paragraphs to study by heart. Of Course, I used to refuse; so they used to complain a lot to the school office and even to their families. In Fact, I had a lot of excellent students who used to write wonderful pieces on interesting topics. In Fact, I used a lot of strategies to help them or mainly, force them to be confident enough to depend on themselves and create their own pieces. Let me now mention two writing approaches that I found beneficial: 1. Relevance and Real-world Connections: • Connect Writing to Personal Interests: Relate
the creative writing assignments to topics that students find interesting or relevant to their lives (Barnett, 2017). For instance, if you're teaching science, encourage students to write a creative piece imagining themselves as scientists making a groundbreaking discovery. This connection can make the task feel less like an isolated writing exercise and more like an opportunity for self-expression. • Highlight Practical Applications: Emphasize how writing skills are essential beyond the classroom (Henderson, 2008). Show examples of how professionals in various fields use creative writing to communicate ideas, solve problems, or share innovations. This approach helps students see the practical value of writing in different content areas, fostering a sense of purpose and motivation. 2. Choice and Autonomy: • Provide Writing Options: Allow students to choose from a variety of creative writing prompts or topics within the context of the content area (Designing writing assignments for multilingual students, n.d.). By offering options, students are more likely to find a topic that resonates with them, making the writing experience more enjoyable and engaging. This autonomy gives them a sense of control over their learning, increasing their motivation to participate. • Encourage Personal Voice: Allow students to incorporate their own perspectives, experiences, and voice into their writing (Fisher & Williams, 2005). This personalization not only makes the assignment more meaningful for the student but also reinforces the idea that creative expression is welcomed and valued in all subjects. When students feel their individuality is recognized and appreciated, they are more likely to invest in the writing process.
References Barnett, A. (2017, August 2). 6 ways to motivate reluctant readers to read. ReadingHorizons. Designing writing assignments for multilingual students. (n.d.). From https://www.uwlax.edu/globalassets/offices-services/catl/teaching-guides/writing-assignments-
materials/designing-writing-assignments-for-multilingual-students---handout---kopp1.pdf Fisher, R., & Williams, M. (2005). Unlocking creativity: A teacher’s guide to creativity across the curriculum. Retrieved from eBook Central (accessed through LIRN). If you are having trouble accessing eBook Central resources, please review the instructions: Finding a chapter in eBook Central Academic. Henderson, J. (2008, December). Developing students’ creative skills for 21st
-century success. ASCD Education Update.
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