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FAQ: Where do I begin? (Periodic Writing Assessment & Pacing Guides)

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This video answers one of the most common teacher questions: “Where do I begin?” Whether you’re starting a new school year or newly trained in the method, this video walks you through the essential first steps. In this video, you’ll learn how to:

  • Use Periodic Writing Assessments to establish a baseline understanding of students' writing skills.
  • Access evaluation tools (rubrics, checklists, whole-class trackers) that make student progress visible.
  • Use the TWR pacing guides to sequence strategies by grade level while adapting to your students’ needs.
  • Incorporate TWR posters in your classroom to reinforce strategies throughout the year.
By the end, you’ll know exactly which resources to use first — and how they work together to help you launch your TWR journey with clarity and confidence

  • Level
  • Grades K-2, Grades 3-12

  • Section
  • Sentences, Note-Taking, Paragraphs (SPO), Revision, Summaries, Composition (PTO, TO, MPO)

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