NAGC 58th Annual Convention & Exhibition
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2.1 Creative Writing in the 21st Century - Thinking about the Future
Track
:
Arts
Date:
Saturday, November 5, 2011
Time:
7:30 AM to 8:30 AM
EST
Room:
HEC
CO-PRESENTER
:
Marianne Solomon, Executive Director, Future Problem Solving Program International
NAGCFACULTY
(S):
Marianne Solomon, Executive Director, Future Problem Solving Program International
Vicki Stein, Program Director, Future Problem Solving Program International, Inc.
PRESENTER
:
Vicki Stein, Program Director, Future Problem Solving Program International, Inc.
Description
In this age of testing, standards, essay requirements, and information overload, few students have an opportunity to improve their skills through creative writing. Teachers can, however, address all of the 21st century skills using creative writing as a vehicle. Preview the FPS Scenario Writing component, discover how it can be incorporated into any classroom, and learn to create a semester long unit culminating in authentic academic competition.