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    • Introduction
    • Chapter 1: Creating The Workshop Environment
    • Chapter 2: Daily Success In The Workshop
    • Chapter 3: The Portfolio - Culmination of The Course
    • Chapter 4: The First 10 Mini-Lessons
    • Chapter 5: More Mini-Lessons
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Chapter Two:  Daily Success In The Workshop

1.      The “Goals & Deadlines” Handout
       Creates the structure for a marking period. Students know what has to be accomplished and when it has to be finished.

2.      Breaking Down The “Goals & Deadlines” Handout
      Analyzes the components of the handout.

3.      FAQ
      Answers to questions commonly asked by students, parents, and teachers.

4.      Now What?
      How to move through the first few days of the year and transition into a fully operational workshop.

5.      The Roles of the Teacher
      The teacher plays a myriad of parts.

6.      Effective Teaching Techniques in the Workshop
      A variety of methods that work well in this environment.

7.      Take Advantage of Technology
      Several ways to integrate the latest gadgets into your workshop.

8.      Critiquing Student Submissions
      Tips for remarking on student submissions.

9.      Incorporating Writing Workshop Into A Traditional English Class
      How to make writing workshop part of an established course.

10.  “Goals & Deadlines” (Amended)
      A copy of the handout for a traditional high school English class.

11.  Chapter Two Summary
      Reminds readers of the key points.


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