EDUA 5466 Guide to Teaching Grammar
WRITING WELL OR GOOD WRITING? AN EDUCATOR’S GUIDE TO TEACHING GRAMMAR
In the past, grammar instruction has meant boring worksheets and tedious activities, which have led even the most diligent student to cringe at the thought of learning "grammar." The good news is this way of teaching grammar can be a thing of the past. After taking this course, educators and students alike will have a newfound appreciation for grammar, as they discover fun and engaging ways to improve their writing through hands-on grammar instruction.
This course introduces the teacher to a new style of teaching grammar. Through amusing text and fun activities, this course provides tools for enhancing grammar instruction and writing skills in the classroom. By the end of this course, the teacher will know the grammar mistakes our students make, why they make them, and how to fix them. Furthermore, the educator will learn how to plan grammar activities that incorporate multiple intelligences and focus on the skills necessary to create great writers.