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Something to inspire every teacher to get their students to effectively express themselves - By: Farz_B, 31 Aug 2006
I have heard of the series written by the author, including the well-known title 'Getting the Buggers to Behave'. These books arein almost every trainee teacher's reading list, & it isn't difficult to see why.

Sue Cowley's clear, inspiring writing takes you into the practical setting that is the classroom & converts useful tips that can be used just when you need them. It does not tire readers down with inapplicable theory or hard to implement techniques. It is an inspiring read, full of creative ideas, & genuinely covers what beginning teachers (and indeed experienced teachers needing a boost) look forin getting their class motivated to write. Different areas are coveredin separate sections, clearly, making it relatively easy to refer back when needed. Content ranges from giving students a reason to write to employing successful techniques to improve their writing, & from creating the right mood to writein & writing that is relevant to them, to giving effective feedback for improvement.

Definitely one for English teachers to use almost everyday,in classroom techniques, lesson plan ideas & at those tough essay times, including before exam revisions. Other non-English teachers will also benefit from the book when their students need to complete any written assignment at all.