Welcome! We at NSU Writing Project offer teachers of writing opportunities to be writers themselves, exploring not only writing process, but also finding and developing personal voice. We encourage teachers to share their strategies with using writing as a tool for learning in all grade levels and subject areas. Additionally, we support teachers in their efforts to research and write about their own practice.
School districts who want more information about either the 2012 Summer Institute or year-round professional development can contact NSUWP Director, Lisa Rougeou, rougeoul@nsula.edu. Individual teachers are encouraged to apply now for the Summer Institute by completing and submitting the application linked here at this site under the Summer Institute tab.
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To learn more about the 2012 Scholastic Writing Awards Contest please look under Student Writers then Scholastic.
National Day on Writing was October 20th and NWP is collecting the thoughts of people from all walks of life—scientists, poets, teachers, and students—in this ongoing project with the New York Times Learning Network and Figment.com to celebrate writing. Go here to find out more about activities celebrating writing: http://www.nwp.org/cs/public/print/resource/3663.
The Northwestern State University Writing Project (NSUWP) provides high-quality professional development for teachers of writing in all disciplines and at all grade levels.With the National Writing Project “teachers teaching teachers” model as its foundation, the NSUWP seeks to improve writing and learning in area schools and maximize student success through teacher-led programs that focus on research-based inquiry and reflective practice.
Physical Address NSU Writing Project Department of Language & Communication
314L Kyser Hall Northwestern State University
Natchitoches, LA 71497
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Author's Corner: Gaetan Pappalardo and Louie Licks and the Wicked Snakes: Battleaxe Monday, November 21, 2011 Type: Resource Third grade teacher Gaetan Pappalardo uses music, songs, and sounds in his story to enhance the experience for reluctant readers. He explains how his participation with the Pennsylvania Writing and Literature Project has inspired his writing abilities.
Digital Learning Day: Celebrating Innovative Teaching Strategies Wednesday, January 25, 2012 Type: Resource As part of the first-ever Digital Learning Day, NWP has teamed up with the Alliance for Excellent Education, the New York Times Learning Network, Figment, and Edutopia to highlight innovative, technology-rich teaching practices that make learning more personalized and engaging.
NWP Radio: Scaling Up Youth Programs Tuesday, November 29, 2011 Type: Event This broadcast of NWP Radio will feature a look at youth programs at three Writing Project sites, including a discussion of how sites can think about expanding youth programs to increase visibility, build partnerships, and raise funds.
NWP at Rutgers University Teachers Address Common Core Literacy Standards Monday, January 23, 2012 Type: In the News Although students were not in session on Jan. 16 to observe Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Warren Hills teachers were in session for a full day of professional development activities. Teacher-consultants from the National Writing Project at Rutgers University worked with school staff to address the Common Core Literacy Standards in all subjects.
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