Help your middle and high school students become confident, skilled writers. Writing Apprenticeship is a 3-day professional learning program that transforms how you teach writing in the disciplines.
What You’ll Learn
- Model discipline-specific writing skills for your students
- Build supportive classroom environments where students develop deep writing capacities
- Guide students through the writing process with effective strategies
- Help students use literacy as a powerful tool for their own goals
Course Format
Three full-day (6-hour) in-person sessions where you’ll:
- Experience extended writing exercises yourself
- Collaborate and reflect with fellow teachers
- Practice classroom strategies you can implement immediately
- Build a supportive professional community
Cost & Resources
Fee: $1,750
Need funding approval? Use our template letter (.docx) for district personnel.
Federal funding: Use Title I, Title II, or Title III funds.
Optional college credit: Earn college credit through the University of San Diego for an additional fee. First, complete the Writing Apprenticeship course with WestEd and receive your certificate of completion. Then, register for credit on USD’s website.
Refunds: Full refunds available up to 2 weeks before the course starts, and 50 percent refunds within 2 weeks of start date. WestEd may cancel or reschedule sessions with prompt notification.
Included:
- All course materials and professional readings
- Classroom implementation resources
Questions? Contact Us