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Frameworks for Classroom Time
Figure 2.1: Sample Parent Permission Slip for Student Publishing
Dear Parents,
As part of our writing curriculum this year, we will be publishing
student work in a variety of formats, including in print around
school and potentially in other printed sources such as magazines,
newsletters, and newspapers. At no time will we compromise your
child’s privacy. When publishing, your child’s safety is our primary
concern.
Sincerely,
Mr. Smith
My son/daughter ____________________________ has permission
to publish his/her work in the course of the standard writing
curriculum.
Parent Signature: ____________________________________
Direct Instruction and the Workshop
Many teachers feel there is simply too much required
instruction to allow donating the majority of each period
to independent work. Discovery-based learning might
take a bit longer than direct instruction and, if your time
is tight, you may need to compromise. However, the
workshop and direct instruction need not be mutually
exclusive. We have already looked at the role of direct
instruction within the workshop as mini lessons, but
if necessary, you can move your classroom framework
another step toward an emphasis on direct instruction
by using some days for workshop and others for lectureformat
teaching.
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