LETRS Unit 8 Session 1
What are the benefits of having students write in response to text? Select all that apply. Ans- It prompts
students to reflect on what they have learned; It enables students to connect ideas; It allows students to
paraphrase ideas in their own words.
According to the Simple View of Writing, which two categories of skills must students learn to become
successful? Ans- foundational skills; higher order composition skills
According to research, which of the following are best practices for writing instruction? Select all that
apply. Ans- Allowing students to practice writing every day; explicitly teaching the steps of the writing
process; planning writing activities that are cooperative and interactive
What statement best describes effective writing in instruction? Ans- It integrates teaching of
foundational skills and composition.
Which statement is not true? Ans- Writing leads to improved spelling and retention of words.
What are the benefits of having students write in response to text? Select all that apply. Ans- It prompts
students to reflect on what they have learned; It enables students to connect ideas; It allows students to
paraphrase ideas in their own words.
According to the Simple View of Writing, which two categories of skills must students learn to become
successful? Ans- foundational skills; higher order composition skills
According to research, which of the following are best practices for writing instruction? Select all that
apply. Ans- Allowing students to practice writing every day; explicitly teaching the steps of the writing
process; planning writing activities that are cooperative and interactive
What statement best describes effective writing in instruction? Ans- It integrates teaching of
foundational skills and composition.
Which statement is not true? Ans- Writing leads to improved spelling and retention of words.
