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Publisher: Learning and Teaching ScotlandFor pupils who find the prospect of producing a report, essay, or simple story, rather daunting. Shows how to plan writing to give it a suitable structure, allowing them to construct their writing in stages, recognising that different types of writing have different approaches. Support is given at every stage from getting ideas down to formatting the final piece of work. Differentiates between 3 main types of writing: imaginative, personal, functional; covering total of 13 types of writing. Pupils focus on who will be reading their finished work, helpful tips are provided at relevant stages on how to write for that type of audience. Guidance is given on the most appropriate layout and style for that particular type of writing. Suitable for learning support. Includes user guide.Format: Windows CD-ROM Mac CD-ROM Key stage: 2, 3Age range: Ref: L0138
Publisher: Directory of Social ChangeComplete course in writing skills for fundraisers, campaigners, anyone who needs to communicate ideas effectively in writing. Core skills: basics of reports, memos, emails, letters. Advocacy: producing articles leaflets, newsletters, press releases, documents for campaigning, persuading. Science: writing for publication, contributing to journals, proof correcting. For self-access, group learning.Format: Windows / Mac CD-ROM Age range: 16+ISBN: 953690210
