Structured Supports to Build Confident Writers
This workshop is part of the four-day literacy institute, The Strategic Classroom: Bridging Literacy and Executive Function. Join us for this individual workshop — or mix and match days and half-days — to build a personalized experience.
With a deepened understanding of cognitive load and comprehension from Days 1 and 2, this session turns to writing — equipping educators with structured supports that guide students confidently through every stage of the writing process. You’ll gain an understanding of both daily and long-term writing compositions and how scaffolds such as graphic organizers, explicit instruction routines, and teacher modeling techniques can support organization and clarity in writing. Leave with an understanding of digital tools like SchoolAi, Trello, and Todoist can build student independence from brainstorming through publishing. In the afternoon, in-person attendees will plan a grade-level writing task complete with a structured organizer, modeled example, and guided practice plan ready for immediate classroom use.
Key Learning Objectives:
- understand how structured supports reduce cognitive load and increase student independence throughout the writing process
- learn and apply tools such as graphic organizers and outlines to support students in planning, organizing, and developing their ideas
- use explicit instruction and teacher modeling to demonstrate writing processes
- design scaffolded writing routines and practice opportunities that support students
- explore virtual tools like SchoolAi, Gemini, Todoist, and Trello to support planning and increase student independence
- plan targeted supports to address common student challenges, ensuring all learners can engage successfully in writing tasks
Date: Wednesday, July 8
Time: 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. ET Virtual attendance
9 a.m. to 3 p.m. ET In-Person attendance
NYCTLE: 3 or 6 hours depending on attendance
