HS ELA Guide

Canyons School District Secondary Writing Framework

Writing Pillars

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Supporting Research

Foster a dynamic writing environment that sustains a positive writing culture and empowers students as writers.

1. Create and maintain a supportive writing environment

What Works Clearinghouse: Teaching Secondary Students to Write Effectively NCTE Statement Principles 2.2, 3.1 Habits of Mind A Path to Better Writing: Evidence-Based Practices in The Classroom, 361-362

NCTE Statement Principles 2.1, 2.3, 2.4, 3.4 Utah State Standards: Writing Strand Grade Bands 6, 7-8, 9-10, 11-12 A Path to Better Writing: Evidence-Based Practices in The Classroom, 360-361

Write daily in a variety of formats, and for a variety of purposes.

2. Write extensively

3. Engage students in writing to learn and low-stakes writing

Write about content to navigate ideas, build upon learning and

NCTE Statement Principle 3.4 A Path to Better Writing: Evidence-Based Practices in The Classroom, 361 Hattie, J. (2023). Writing Programs. In Visible Learning: The sequel (pp. 271–274).

comprehension, and to communicate thinking.

Provide frequent during-writing feedback and targeted instruction based on formative data.

NCTE Statement Principle 3.1, 3.3 A Path to Better Writing: Evidence-Based Practices in The Classroom, 362-363 Hattie, J. (2023). Writing Programs. In Visible Learning: The sequel (pp. 271–274). NCTE Statement Principle 3.1 Framework for Success “Developing Flexible Writing Processes” (pages 7-8) Implementing the Writing Process Framework for Success "Developing Knowledge of Conventions" (page 9) Framework for Success "Developing Critical Thinking" (page 11) A Path to Better Writing: Evidence-Based Practices in The Classroom, 363 Hattie, J. (2023). Writing Programs. In Visible Learning: The sequel (pp. 271–274).

4. Facilitate as students compose

5. Teach critical skills, processes, and knowledge

Specific strategy instruction on the characteristics and components of good writing via modeling, explanation, and guided practice.

Use technology and emerging technologies to support writing processes, practices, and products.

NCTE Statement Principle 1.1, 2.3 Framework for Success "Developing Knowledge of Conventions" (page 9) A Path to Better Writing: Evidence-Based Practices in The Classroom, 364

6. Utilize next generation writing modes

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Jun 4, 2026

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