Writing

Writing provides students with a creative outlet for self-expression, a method for sharing learning with others and a means to advance academic and language skills.

Oregon’s Early Literacy Framework provides a research-based approach to guide writing instruction and support for students as they grow as writers.

Deepen your understanding of teaching and learning with these ready-to-use writing resources and professional learning opportunities for educators.

Writing Resources

Literacy Spotlight: Writing

Jump start your understanding of writing with this two-page summary that highlights what writing is and why it’s important, including examples of instructional practice.

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Reflecting on Our Practice: Writing

Build a shared understanding of key instructional practices for K-5 writing with this slide deck. Use it to reinforce your own learning journey or as part of a professional learning session.

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Webinar: The Role of Writing in Early Literacy Learning

Watch this webinar to learn more about teaching writing in support of all learners through robust, student-centered instruction that is integrated throughout the school day.

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Writing Online Module

Learn how engagement with various genres can support broader literacy learning and how you can guide students to gain proficiency in writing across content areas in this self-paced learning module.

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Collaborative Learning Session Guide: Writing

Explore this collaborative learning session guide to better understand how to create opportunities for teaching and practicing writing every day. Learn with and from your peers how to successfully create conditions that motivate and sustain young writers.

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Featured Resources

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Watch this video to hear from fellow Oregon educators about how to prioritize writing during the school day.

Check out this infographic for three tips for supporting writing skills at home.

Review the Early Literacy Walkthrough Planning and Discussion Guide to support observing and planning for literacy instruction.

Visit the Resource Library for more resources to enhance your literacy instruction.
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