1.) What do writers say/believe/know about the writing process?
2.) What do writers say/believe/know about the process of learning and acquiring an understanding of the writing process?
3.) What does research show as the most effective modes for revision? How do we teach revision in a way that "sticks"?
4.) What does research show in regards to motivation stemming from effective implementation of standards-based grading in English Language Arts?
5.)What does research show in regards to effective modes of scaffolding students to expand their analysis and clearly articulate their thoughts?
6.) What techniques are available for teaching the author's political and philosophical assumptions within novels such as "The Great Gatsby"?
7.)Who are considered the primary authors within the American Literature cannon? What are the primary works within the American Literature cannon? Why were these works chosen?
