PD - Science of Learning Persuasive Writing
Over the last several decades, researchers in cognitive psychology and education science have built a clear picture of how human beings actually learn, knowledge we can employ in our teaching to reduce the load on young writers.
How we take new information in, hold it, store it, retrieve it, and eventually use it in new situations, influences the way we structure and deliver writing lessons, and units of learning.
Each chapter of this course introduces one principle from cognitive science, grounds it in the practice of real working writers, and translates it into concrete practice teachers can use to make change in their lesson design and delivery.
This course contains:
Explanation of the theory of Science of Learning
Practical applications for your classroom
Examples of how real world authors apply the Science of Learning in their work
1 x Persusive Writing Unit Plan
13 x Persuasive Writing Lessons
1 x Persuasive Mentor Text
Ongoing support for how to Teach Writing Like a Writer
What You'll LearnExpert-Backed Content
We break things down into simple, manageable parts so you never feel overwhelmed. As you progress, you’ll develop both skill and self-assurance, one step at a time.
Build Confidence
Each lesson is designed to equip you with useful strategies you can immediately put into action. It’s about learning with purpose and seeing real results.
Gain Practical Tools
Monet Goode, Instructor
Through thoughtful examples and guided exploration, you'll learn to approach obstacles with fresh eyes. This course is about unlocking flexibility, not following formulas.
Learn New Approaches
Whether you're starting out or revisiting the basics, you'll solidify core concepts while expanding into new territory. There’s room here to both grow and go deeper.
Strengthen Your Foundation