Renew!: Become a Better and More Authentic Writing Teacher

by Shawna Coppola

Genres: Nonfiction

113 pages, Kindle Edition

Published June 1, 2017

Reviews

[Amy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Coppola walks us through and gives us resources for how writing should be taught. She debunks the myths of writing instruction and argues for a better, more engaging and authentic move into what works for all students. This is an excellent book for any English Language Arts teacher who needs a reminder, a return, or a renewal of best, research-based, practices in writing instruction. It's a must read for all K-12 educators who teach writing.

[Tenille Shade · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a professional book that should be swallowed whole. Her wit, humor, and gentle nudges will help you reconsider some tired practices you may want to change for the sake of the students you serve. I love how she parallels teaching and parenting as this complex task which demands constant renewal. Shawna Coppola understands the joys, frustrations, and beauty of teaching. I highly recommend this book to ALL teachers!

[Valerie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Some great nuggets for the classroom.

[Heather · Rating 5 out of 5]

Every writing teacher should read this.

[Sarah Krajewski · Rating 5 out of 5]

A helpful book that any teacher--brand new or about to start year 30--can learn from. I especially loved Shawna's sense of humor and various stories.

[Andrea Tillmon Anderson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Relevant and relatable thinking on writing in schools. The lack of "real" writing in high schools has always bothered me and Coppola's discussions on how to renew instruction speak to the heart of the matter.

[Diana Pettis · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved this book and the tips given by Shawna.