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Dr. Karen Dubrule

Beyond the Red Pen: Navigating the Time and Challenges of Grading Student Writing

Grading student essays is far more than a tick-box exercise; it's the cornerstone of nurturing writing prowess. For teachers, it's a...

Dr. Karen Dubrule

The Silent Crisis in Our Classrooms: Writing Proficiency and the Call to Action

Do you know how many of your students are not proficient or confident writers? It’s a question that might unsettle many educators, yet...

Dr. Karen Dubrule

Thinking ELA Core Curriculum Teaches Writing? Think Again.

Many educators are surprised to find that the ELA core curriculum often doesn't explicitly teach writing, a skill crucial for student...

Dr. Karen Dubrule

Tackling Chronic Absenteeism: How Writing by Design's Solutions Support Schools

Chronic absenteeism among American schoolchildren has become a critical issue with nearly 30% of all K-12 students, amounting to...

Dr. Karen Dubrule

Write from the Start: The Power of Prioritizing Writing in Every Grade

Imagine a classroom where every student communicates clearly, thinks critically, and expresses themselves with confidence. This is the...

Dr. Karen Dubrule

Restoring Student Learning – What Works & What Doesn’t

Remediation (or reteaching) means “teaching again” content that students previously failed to learn. This approach creates a vicious...

Dr. Karen Dubrule

YOU HAVE TIME to celebrate increased student proficiency!

Teachers know the stressful reality of making up for lost instructional time coupled with limited time and several conflicting priorities...

Dr. Karen Dubrule

Teachers need a break – now, more than ever!

Now, more than ever, it’s time to support teachers and students with Writing by Design.

Dr. Karen Dubrule

How to Help Super Stressed Teachers!

Tips from Writing by Design to help overworked and stressed teachers.