Mini-Lessons That Inspire Students to Write

The focus for this GPLC Instructional Topic is intended to provide opportunities for teachers to design mini-lessons that inspire students to write. Teachers will focus on how to design quality mini-lessons, which are concentrated skill-based lessons that are 10-15 minutes in duration.

Teachers will learn about the four different types of mini-lessons: procedural writing, the writing process, editing, and the Author’s craft. Teachers will also explore mentor texts and how those texts can enhance the meaning of any mini-lesson. While there are a variety of skills and concepts that can be used to teach students effective writing, it is important to learn how it can be done in an engaging way!

 

DANIELSON TEACHER FRAMEWORK ALIGNMENT

1a.

Demonstrating Knowledge of Content and Pedagogy

1e.

Designing Coherent Instruction

4a.

Reflecting on Teaching