PETER ELBOW ON WRITING - DVD
For the first time on video, one of the foremost teachers of writing.
"Among all contemporary specialists and researchers in the field of writing, Peter Elbow stands out as the one who is the most attentive to the needs of student writers. In this video, Peter presents his most helpful ideas with a clarity and directed-ness that makes them readily accessible for all students and teachers of writing." Sheridan Blow, President, National Council of Teachers of English.
Peter Elbow, professor of English at the University of Massachusetts - Amherst, is the author of four books on writing, including WRITING WITHOUT TEACHERS and WRITING WITH POWER. Dr. Elbow is widely acknowledged for elevating the study and teaching of writing to new levels.
In this video, Peter Elbow talks directly to students about the process of writing. Beginning with his own early difficulties with writing as a college student, Elbow provides insights into how one can work through writing problems. Full of detailed instruction and specific skills to aid in writing, the program guides its audience from the initial stages of free-writing to the final stages of the revising process.
Useful for students and teachers alike, this program will demystify the writing process while presenting its viewers with countless gems of encouragement and support with which to approach their writing anew. Use it to start off a writing class or use sections that correspond to lesson plans. Divided into fourteen sections to facilitate classroom discussion.
*A special discounted price is available for Schools, School Boards and all Non-Profit organizations (does not apply to Colleges and Universites who pay full price).
***Also available on video. See #3757
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