"Writing 2.0:

From Struggle to Success"

Can you identify with any of these??

My students can't write!

The demands of the new STAAR Reading test are impossible!

My kids get nothing but 0 in the ECR!

How is the ECR graded?

STAAR Reading 2.0 is a really hard test. Its Writing components (ECR & SCR) are very challeging for both teachers and students. If you feel frustrated, please give Esteban Gonnet’s “Writing 2.0: From Struggle to Success" a try. In this presentation, this experienced teacher, presenter, and podcaster will help you understand why kids struggle with writing and how to get students to write. You will also learn what is required in the new Writing section (ECR) of the STAAR Reading 2.0. You will hold students' samples that will allow you to "see" what is required to score high in this test. With this information, you will discover the underlying pedagogical principles to allow you to become an amazing Writing teacher yourself!

Esteban (Steve) Gonnet is a bilingual educator with 40 years’ experience in the classroom. He has been designated with the rating of “Master" by the Texas Education Agency (TEA). He's an experienced presenter, a husband, father, and recently, a grandfather!!