----- Original Message ----- From: "Beverlee Paul" <[EMAIL PROTECTED] >And we could go a little further, maybe. For > instance, what happens when the processes fall out of balance, for an > individual? for a class? for a profession?
You mean like the state writing tests? I have had major disagreements with some of the teachers at my school about this. Some believe that you should teach the structure and have the kids basically fill in the blanks. If you ever look at some of the actual test examples you will see that GOOD writing is NOT a key to a good score, but if you follow the format, you can get a good score. I disagree with the process and say you can teach the format, but you should also teach how to be personally expressive and write, not just for a 20 minute test, but for a lifetime. If that isn't out of balance, I don't know what is...... Unless it's the teachers who teach how to READ for the state test and show how to find answers, but NOT how to fully comprehend. There are a few teachers on staff who believe that bilge.... Bill _______________________________________________ Mosaic mailing list [email protected] To unsubscribe or modify your membership please go to http://literacyworkshop.org/mailman/options/mosaic_literacyworkshop.org. Search the MOSAIC archives at http://snipurl.com/MosaicArchive.
