Decmber 11th 2020~Treasure
During this class, we were asked to read up on Creating a Climate for Writing. This article shines a light on the fact that a differentiated classroom provides a climate which is favourable to writing. It is a comfortable, exciting place for any student author. Students are comfortable in this classroom because they have developed the mindset of seeing mistakes as opportunities to improve and grow with the help of constructive feedback from the teacher. The establishment of the physical and psychological environment caters to students’ individual needs. Motivational activities and lesson activities are provided with the intent to challenge student authors in a way that will help them to develop into competent and skilled writers. The article outlined self-efficacy which is cultivated and instilled when positive comments provide recommendations for improvement. Writing experience develops the student’s self-efficacy or belief that he is a successful author. ...