Using My WriteSmart in Journeys
A crash course to help you learn to use myWriteSmart
Presented by Amy Leibel
Monday, Jan 12, 2015, 03:30 PM
VCE Computer Lab
Ok we have the program...now what?
Agenda:
Welcome, refreshments, and log-In to Journeys Think Central
3:40-3:55
Overview of My WriteSmart
3:55-4:20
Creating Writing Assignments in My WriteSmart. Plus, tricks to upload writing assignments already from Journeys with a few clicks!
4:20- 4:35
Adding Students to "Your Classes" in My WriteSmart
4:35- 4:40
Break
4:40- 4:50
Overview- how to creating rubrics using My WriteSmart
4:50- 5:00
Grading- the VERY Basics- Yes, you can grade student writing directly in the program using My WriteSmart...gone are the days of lugging student papers home.
5:00-5:20
Break Out Session- Let's Try It! Independent Work with your grade level to create and assign your first MyWriteSmart assignment
5:20-5:30
Wrap Up, Reflections, Lingering Questions, Share
If you thought this workshop was helpful, we can do more. As stated on this flyer, this is just a quick overview! If you like what you see, hopefully we can arrange for more time on the components during PD time.