Embedded English breaking the subject silo #english #miched #innovation

As a special education teacher we have seen the trend from institution to least restrictive environment. Over the year inclusion has become a standard. Instructional support that is push in verses pull out. Special Education teachers have gone from being in the closet size class room now the hall to co-teaching in all subjects. 



What would it be like if we did this to English teachers?

What if we took writing instruction and embedded it into Science, History, Math and elective classes. Yes we still need literature classes where we read and discuss story, character, and other elements.  But what if an English teacher did a rotation as a co-teacher into other classes supporting the writing projects that happen in those subject. These project could be posters, brochures, website, blogs and of course the tradition research paper. As an English teacher, I can map what ever standard you are using to the assignment. I can support research, thinking, drafting and editing. Students could get two grades. One from the Science teacher for subject matter and one from the English teacher for writing. Students should be taught to write in context not isolation. I just wish someone would give me the chance to implement this!