Structured Writing II: Using Inspiration Software to Teach Essay Development

by Kathleen McMurdo

Structured Writing II takes up where volume one left off , showing how students can use the same techniques to build simple paragraph units into full, complex essays. With the help of concept maps, word processing tools, and colorcoded templates, students who were once intimidated by writing assignments can succeed. Structured Writing II makes the process incremental and manageable, and gives students a taste of writing success. FEATURES
Systematic instructions for writing introductory and concluding paragraphs, expository and persuasive essays, and book reports
Recursive, multisensory composition process perfect for students with special needs
Templates for essay webs and outlines on CD-ROM Also Educator's Podcast Guide - ISBN 1564842312
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120 pages, Spiral-bound

First published October 15, 2003

Reviews

[Kristina · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book has a cd in the back which contains the templates a teacher can use in the classroom to guide students on writing an essay. Writing an essay couldn't have been made easier. You start in Inspirations graphic organizer window record key words or phrases then switch to the outline view. Save as a Word document and when you open it in word you can now start writing your sentences and everything is in order for you!