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I was very encouraged to read a recent New York Times article by Dana Goldstein that asks what students “lose when they stop writing.” Truth be told, I was a little bummed not to have been interviewed ...

Written words can do more than communicate. They can also unlock the writer’s ability to process distress, identify hurtful feelings and take control of personal conflict. Emily Johnston, a writing ...

New research led by MSU Professor Gary Troia sheds light on how elementary teachers approach writing instruction. — and how their preparation, knowledge and beliefs shape classroom practice. The ...