Constructed Responses for Learning - 9781138931022

Taylor & Francis

Constructed Responses for LearningAuthor(s): Warren Combs\nFormat: Hardback\nPublisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd, United Kingdom\nImprint: Routledge\nISBN-13: 9781138931022, 978-1138931022\nSynopsis\nTeaching students to write constructed responses does not have to become a test-prep chore. An intentional routine of constructed responses provides powerful opportunities to teach strategic thinking through writing that also deepens students knowledge about core subjects. In this clear guide from education consultant Warren Combs, youll learn how and why to teach students to write these short essays, no matter what subject or grade level you teach. \n\nSpecial features:\n\nWriting prompts that are based on Webbs Depth of Knowledge (DOK) and provide practice for students at all skill levels\n\nPractical strategies to build critical thinking and improve students writing, including sentence stems, acrostics, framed stories, analogies, and quad clusters\n\nStudent self-assessment guidelines.