Uploaded June 2026 | Updated September 2026, 9 hours ago

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An expert explains why using formative assessment practices to support students’ writing is important and provides practical teaching strategies. This video, created by REL Pacific, is part of Module 4 in the Secondary Writing Toolkit.

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Access the Teaching Secondary Students to Write Effectively Practice Guide here: ies.ed.gov/ncee/wwc/practiceguide/22

This video was prepared under Contract #91990022C0010 by Regional Educational Laboratory Pacific, administered by McREL International. The content does not necessarily reflect the views or policies of IES or the U.S. Department of Education, nor does mention of trade names, commercial products, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. Government.