What is Writing to Inform?
Writing that reports information to others can vary greatly in content and format. Many learning experiences culminate in expository or informative writing activities. Students must have opportunities to read a variety of resources and printed materials for information. During writing, students can apply their knowledge of the structures and formats of these materials to organize and convey information. What is its purpose? • to develop students’ awareness of the organizational structures of informative text • to develop students’ abilities to use writing to organize, sequence, record and report knowledge and experience • to increase students’ ability to read and comprehend informative or expository text How do I do it? • Introduce expository structures to students by reading various resources in all subject areas. When reading informative text, focus students’ attention on the structure and organization of ideas. • A shared experience, students’ interests, or a unit or topic of study
