The purpose of Thinking through Writing is to prove thinking skills are taught best through writing. All parts of the brain and all types of learning styles are used in writing activities, simultaneously instructing thinking skills. This book provides an example of a writing course, illustrating how thinking and writing converge, and is addressed to college instructors, although it would be useful for instructors on any educational level. The premise of the book is based on aesthetics, promoting curiosity and influencing thinking in the learner. Four proactive elements of thinking skills instruction: Preparation, Exploratory Writing, Formal Writing and Independent Writing, guide the process. The elements, examples, and guidelines for planning learner centered instruction and positive assessment practice increased student engagement through writing activities, applicable in all content areas.
Autorentext
K. A. Beals is an educational writer and college writing instructor, most recently at Maine Maritime Academy. The author holds a BFA from Windham College, an MEd from the University Of Vermont, and is completing a PhD in Maritime Literature. Beals has taught and tutored writing and literature since 1980 at Maine and Vermont colleges.
Zusammenfassung
Thinking through Writing demonstrates that thinking skills are taught best through writing. All parts of the brain and all types of learning styles are used in writing activities, simultaneously developing thinking skills. These skills are invaluable in linking student experience and new information, incorporating content knowledge and exploring ideas and solutions. This book provides an example of a writing course, illustrating how thinking and writing converge, and is addressed to college instructors, although it would be useful for instructors on any educational level. The elements, examples, and guidelines for planning learner-centered instruction and positive assessment practice increase student engagement through writing activities, applicable in all content areas.
Inhalt
Foreword
Preface
Thanks and Acknowledgments
Introduction
Chapter One: Thinking through Writing
Chapter Two: A Writing Course Example
Chapter Three: Thinking Preparation
Chapter Four: Using Exploratory Writing
Chapter Five: Formal Writing Perspectives
Chapter Six: Ultimate Thinking: Independent Writing
Chapter Seven: Proactive Assessment
Chapter Eight: Writing In Other Disciplines
Chapter Nine: Writing On Other Educational Levels
Afterword
Bibliography
About the Author
Index