Identifier
etd-04152009-181041
Degree
Master of Arts (MA)
Department
Educational Theory, Policy, and Practice
Document Type
Thesis
Abstract
In examining the childhood experiences of professional authors, this qualitative research found some similarities: voracious reading, writing for pleasure, early awards and publishing, mentors, meaningful lessons from teachers, and journal writing. Common areas were found among the participants’ advice for writing teachers as well, and the suggestions were organized into six general themes: teaching the fundamentals, getting ideas down before revising, focusing on creativity, teaching the reading-writing relationship, providing rewards like positive feedback, and being a writing role model. Suggestions were offered on how to bring this advice into the classroom.
Date
2009
Document Availability at the Time of Submission
Release the entire work immediately for access worldwide.
Recommended Citation
Allen, Sheri, "Writers on writing instruction: experiences and advice from professional writers" (2009). LSU Master's Theses. 689.
https://repository.lsu.edu/gradschool_theses/689
Committee Chair
Casbergue, Renee
DOI
10.31390/gradschool_theses.689