
Education Research Reading Room ERRR #076. Nathaniel Swain on Writing to Learn
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Mar 15, 2023 AI Snips
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La Trobe University's Focus
- La Trobe University is committed to evidence-based practice in education.
- They aim to shape future teachers by giving them access to empirical research.
Right to Learn Overview
- Right to Learn helps students master writing by focusing on smaller components like sentences and phrases before tackling whole texts.
- It combines explicit instruction, the Writing Revolution, and daily review.
Key Principles of the Writing Revolution
- Explicit instruction in writing is crucial, as students won't necessarily teach themselves.
- Sentences are the building blocks of writing, so mastering them is essential.

