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The Digital Writing Workshop
by
Troy Hicks
"We believe new technologies can advance both the teaching and learning of writing." -The National Commission on Writing in American Schools and Colleges, The Neglected 'R': The Need for a Writing Revolution, 2003. Years later and we're still waiting to see how it can really be done. The wait is over. "In clean, clear prose that unravels the labyrinth of new terms and appl...more
Paperback, 166 pages
Published
September 1st 2009
by Heinemann Educational Books
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Rooted in sound process writing principles, Troy Hicks leads you through many possibilities of transforming at least a portion of what you do in your class. I liked that he stresses the concept that we shouldn't be writing digitally just for the sake of using a computer or a slick new program. The core of what we are working are still the principles of effective writing and that should always be the primary concern.
Understanding that that is platform Troy Hicks builds upon, The Digital Writing W...more
Understanding that that is platform Troy Hicks builds upon, The Digital Writing W...more
This book probably should get a 5-star rating for how much information it gives, but I gave it a 4 because it wasn't the most readable (maybe a function of having so much information). That said, it should be read by every teacher who wants to incorporate technology in writing instruction because it frames such instruction in purposeful ways--not just doing the same things but on computers. Hicks' assertion is that the new technologies change even the reasons and processes and strategies--and I'...more
What an outstanding resource for Language Arts teachers! I have incorporated many of the pieces already that Troy outlines in his book, but he grounded using a digital writer's workshop with research. This research is very helpful when discussing the benefits of using digital writing with parents and administrators. There were several new things that I love and will incorporate into my classes: RSS for SSR, MAPS (mode, audience, purpose, and situation), and using audacity to comment on writing....more
This is a book that I will return to again and again in the coming months. It's practical and valuable, especially the specific links to various tutorials and other sites that are worth exploring.
Without becoming didactic, Troy Hicks leads readers to an understanding of various ways to think about digital writing and what to do with that understanding that will most benefit students.
Without becoming didactic, Troy Hicks leads readers to an understanding of various ways to think about digital writing and what to do with that understanding that will most benefit students.
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Several really outstanding ideas about how to use technology in your classroom. The Internet is an unavoidable and exceptional resource for teachers, and Hicks' ideas bring us much closer to realizing its potential in the classroom.
Great book in context. I'm excited about all the ideas Hicks presents. My head feels like it will explode, though, because of all the new information for me to play with and try out. Anyone use a digital writing workshop out there? Any pointers?
A great book for technology elective teachers to read. It might help them give more pedagogical purpose to teaching the applications they teach.
Really interesting book for Langauge Arts teachers about how we can integrate technology into the Workshop model.
This is one of the most helpful and mind opening books I've read in ages. It is clearly written. It has helpful ways to implement the ideas he presents about using digital writing tools...not just to use technology but to really improve the student learning experience.
This book is an essential read if you hope to use technology meaningfully in a reading/writing workshop.
For those looking for ideas, go no further. This book is nicely written, not too overwhelming and the ideas are definitely doable. I particularly like the chapter on "media literacy" - we need that now more than we need computer literacy. The kids got that down.
I consider myself a tech-savvy girl, but before this book I really had no idea to integrate these technologies and resources into the classroom. This book is thorough, easy to read, and packed with useful information.
Very accessible for the non-techie. Combines theory with practice.
Great framework for thinking about these issues.
A good resource for teachers thinking of moving towards a digital writing workshop model. Includes many additional resources and ideas for projects.
My students and I love this book - it specifically addresses the HOW to use technology in the English classroom, instead of vaguely suggesting it. The book itself gets 4 stars, but the 5th star is earned with the companion website and resources that are kept up-to-date for readers.
Some people in my district are studying this book together. It makes for fascinating thinking and conversation. Helping to clarify my thinking about digital literacy within a workshop framework in my classroom.
Great book! Just finished my second read through!
More technical how-to than writing theory, but a blend of both. MUST be read within typing-distance of a computer so you can bookmark the plethora of mentioned-websites.
Thought-provoking look at how to integrate digital technologies into our writing instruction. Very practical and Hicks knows his stuff--great insights into the possibilities of technology.
I am reading this book, with my HVWP tech team and I can't wait to hear about how they are doing with it at our next team meeting in January.
National Writing Project in-depth look at how Digital Tools are used and effective for student wriring development.
Great ideas for taking writer's workshop to the digital level. Practical advice and good resources.
May 22, 2011
Liz B
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This is a fine book, but not really what I was looking for.
This book has so much information and lots of samples.
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