From Acronyms to Autonomy: A Better Way to Teach Writing Ep 5
Description
🏀 What does Steph Curry’s pregame warm-up have to do with writing instruction? Everything.
In this episode, I'm comparing the basketball legend’s unpredictable, skill-building practice routine with the way we should be preparing students to write. You’ll hear two stories...one courtside, and one from a humid gym in 1986... that illustrate exactly why rigid acronyms and overstructured templates can freeze young writers in their tracks.
If your students ask, "What do I do next?" every time they write, this episode breaks down:
- Why too many acronyms can backfire in the classroom
- How to build confident, intuitive writers using quick writes and daily reps
- What “joy points” and “sophistication” look like in middle school essays
- The two acronyms I do use (and why they actually work)
Whether you're a teacher or homeschool parent, this episode is a must-listen if you want to raise writers who can “shoot” from any direction...just like Steph.
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