Title: Teaching Writing: Balancing Process and Product (7th Edition)
Author: Gail E. Tompkins
Publisher: Pearson
Description:
“Teaching Writing: Balancing Process and Product” by Gail E. Tompkins offers educators a comprehensive framework for teaching writing effectively in the classroom. In this 7th edition, Tompkins explores the delicate balance between emphasizing the writing process and achieving polished written products. Drawing from current research and best practices in writing instruction, the book provides practical strategies for scaffolding students’ writing development while also nurturing their creativity and self-expression.
With a focus on integrating writing instruction across the curriculum and utilizing authentic writing tasks, this edition equips educators with the tools and resources necessary to foster a community of proficient writers. From teaching foundational writing skills to guiding students through the writing process and assessing their written work, this book covers all aspects of teaching writing in a comprehensive and accessible manner.
Whether you’re a classroom teacher, literacy specialist, or writing instructor, “Teaching Writing” serves as a valuable resource for enhancing your instructional practices and promoting literacy development among students. This edition is essential reading for educators committed to empowering students to become confident and competent writers in the 21st century.