National Writing Project

State and Regional Networks in Action

Michigan Sites Collaborate on Book Project

The Michigan state network of sites partnered with the Michigan Reading Association to publish a book focusing on the examination of student work as a starting point for teaching writing. Six chapters by teacher-consultants are included here. More ›

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Because Writing Matters

This book offers current research and essential information for school and district administrators about how to improve writing in their schools. More ›

Expanding the Reach of Education Reforms

This chapter from the book Expanding the Reach of Education Reforms discusses the NWP's focus on professional development and professional networks for writing teachers, and NWP's approach, through its "improvement infrastructure," to both the spread and depth of change. More ›

NWP Plunges Teachers Into Specific Expertise With a Thorough Immersion in Writing

This article from the Journal of Staff Development offers a look at the NWP model in action, reviews recent research findings, and gives recommendations for supporting teachers in their work of teaching students. More ›

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