Register here for Writing-to-Learn in Content Area Classrooms

(BTLC Credit: IS)

Although writing can be seen as a task only completed in English, Language Arts courses, writing can in fact be used as a tool to support students' learning across content areas. In this session, the IRRC will present research on how short, informal writing opportunities can support students’ content area learning. Opportunities to practice implementing writing-to-learn activities, as well as discussion around the components of effective informal writing opportunities, will be discussed.

What You Will Learn:

1. Explain writing-to-learn practices and their effect on content area learning.

2. Present ways to integrate informal writing opportunities across content areas.

Workshop Details:

• When: Monday, October 13, 2025 from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm

• Where: In-person, Lindquist Center, N116, Professional Development Area (PDA)

• Who: Current and aspiring preK-12 educators and staff

• Cost: Free

• BTLC Credits: IS

• Presenter(s): Iowa Reading Research Center: Keller Young, Assistant Research Scientist, Heba Abdelnaby, Postdoctoral Research Scholar, Kim McFadden, Postdoctoral Research Scholar

By registering for this event, you agree to be photographed or filmed for promotional purposes.

If you have any questions or concerns, please email tlc@uiowa.edu and we will work with you to make any accommodations.