Make Writing Master Course

Teaching Strategies That Turn Writers' Workshop Into a Maker Space

Welcome to the Make Writing Master Course. The nine modules that await you will invite you to explore:

  • The influence of design thinking on traditional writing workshop structures and practices
  • Specific maker moves that engage even the most reluctant writers
  • A three layer design approach that will help you create spaces for making and writing without spending a ton of time or money
  • The shifting roles of students and teachers inside of these spaces
  • Approaches that will enable you and your students to assess learning without disrupting it
You'll also find a toolkit packed with resources that will help you:
  • Plan lessons and units
  • Complete an assessment of needs ahead of student learning
  • Coach the development of design thinking as you approach process and craft
  • Establish and sustain meaningful notebook habits with writers
  • Engage students in powerful peer review experiences
  • Connect writers with authentic audiences
Connect with me online to discuss the course ahead of registration or to process your learning as you go. I look forward to meeting you!
Angela Stockman
Twitter: @angelastockman


About Your Teacher


Angela Stockman
Angela Stockman

Angela Stockman taught ELA and writers workshop in New York State public schools for twelve years, where she was named a Christa McAuliffe fellow and received a citation for Excellence in Teaching from the New York State Board of Regents. A proud Buffalonian, she continues writing and learning beside students and teachers inside of the WNY Young Writers Studio, a learning community that she founded in 2008. Angela is also a professional learning service provider who has worked with thousands of New York State educators. She has extensive expertise in curriculum and assessment design and spends the majority of her work day coaching promising instructional practices in classrooms throughout her region.



Course Overview: Videos, Lessons, and Resources


  Start Here
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  Module 1: Why Make Writing?
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  Module 2: Teaching is Making
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  Module 3: Preparing to Lead
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  Module 4: Preparing to Learn
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  Module 5: Your First Session with Students
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  Module 6: Coaching Design Thinking
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  Module 7: Maker Moves in the Writing Workshop
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  Module 8: Assessing Learning without Disrupting It
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  Module 9: Transform Your Teaching Life
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Frequently Asked Questions


When does the course start and finish?
The course starts now and never ends! It is a completely self-paced online course - you decide when you start and when you finish.
How long do I have access to the course?
How does lifetime access sound? After enrolling, you have unlimited access to this course for as long as you like - across any and all devices you own.
What if I am unhappy with the course?
We would never want you to be unhappy! If you are unsatisfied with your purchase, contact us in the first 30 days and we will give you a full refund.

This course is closed for enrollment.