Non-fiction writing

Title from DVD-video label.

Segment 1. Persuasive writing / Connie Wright (Grades 5 and 6 ; 18 min.) -- Segment 2. The Power of non-fiction writing / Douglas Reeves (5 min.) -- Segment 3. Report writing / Bridget Scime (Grade 4 ; 22 min.) -- Segment 4. Learning for tomorrow's world / Richard Worzel (2.5 min.) -- Segment 5. Media writing / Dan Grant (grade 5 ; 11 min.) -- Segment 6. Advertisement writing / Royan Lee (grade 5 ; 17 min.) -- Segment 7. Word study / Ruth McQuirter Scott (4.5 min.).

Host, Lisa Bragg.

"We live in the information age. Over 80% of the texts we encounter or create daily are non-fiction. It is essential that students develop the skills with which to make and convey meaning using non-fiction texts of all types. Learning how to write non-fiction allows students to explore the depth and breadth of the world as it relates to their interests, lives, and the world beyond the classroom. They develop their own voice and learn how to form an opinion based on evidence. Students learn to assume a critical stance when responding to or creating media. Looking closely at media techniques, language structures, patterns, and word choice helps students develop into competent communicators. This webcast will look at the teaching of non-fiction writing in four junior classrooms. You will see how teachers create environments that value talk and interaction, flexible groupings, active engagement, and collaborative learning"--Pub. website.

Co-published by: Curriculum Services Canada.