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Why They Can't Write
Book • 2018
In *Why They Can't Write*, John Warner critiques the current state of writing education, arguing that decades of standardization and assessment have led to ineffective teaching methods.
He proposes a shift towards more meaningful and engaging writing experiences that emphasize critical thinking and authentic communication.
The book offers both a diagnosis of the problem and practical solutions for educators and policymakers.
He proposes a shift towards more meaningful and engaging writing experiences that emphasize critical thinking and authentic communication.
The book offers both a diagnosis of the problem and practical solutions for educators and policymakers.
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Mentioned in 2 episodes
Recommended by Ana Lorena Fábrega as a book that came at the right time in her life, criticizing the five-paragraph essay approach to writing and touching upon things she felt and experienced as a student and teacher.
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What’s Wrong with Writing Education? | Ana Lorena Fabrega | How I Write Podcast
Mentioned by John Kane as one of John Warner 's books, highlighting his work on the issues with the five-paragraph essay.
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