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Direct linkERIC Number: EJ961002
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2011-Sep
Pages: 5
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ISSN: ISSN-0034-0561
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Enhancing Author's Voice through Scripting
Young, Chase J.; Rasinski, Timothy V.
Reading Teacher, v65 n1 p24-28 Sep 2011
The authors suggest using scripting as a strategy to mentor and enhance author's voice in writing. Through gradual release, students use authentic literature as a model for writing with voice. The authors also propose possible extensions for independent practice, integration across content areas, and tips for evaluation.
Descriptors: Mentors, Writing Instruction, Scripts, Writing Processes, Writing Strategies, Writing for Publication, Content Area Writing, Authors, Student Writing Models, Change Strategies, Educational Practices, Scaffolding (Teaching Technique)
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: Elementary Secondary Education
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Language: English
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