What's New - Writing Next Report on Effective Strategies to Improve Writing

Writing is a critical component of literacy, but few high school students write well enough to meet the basic requirements of employers and colleges. The Writing Next report offers teaching techniques that research suggests will help 4th- to 12th-grade students in our nation's schools. Merit has incorporated these learning strategies in our software for many years.

http://www.all4ed.org/publications/WritingNext/WritingNext.pdf

Answers to Your Questions - Ideas to Review Writing Skills?

On our state test my students scored very low in the writing section. I've been reviewing writing techniques with them, but clearly I need to do more. Any ideas about what I can do to help with them?

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Grants for Educators - The DuPont Challenge

The DuPont Challenge offers students an opportunity to write a 700 to 1,000 word essay discussing a scientific discovery, theory, event, or technology application that has captured their interest. Cash prizes and expense-paid trips to Walt Disney World and Kennedy Space Center are awarded to winning students and their teachers.

http://www.glcomm.com/dupont/

Recommended Resource - Convenient College Savings Plans

You can now save for college with everyday purchases. Upromise has teamed with hundreds of America's leading companies who are ready to give you back a portion of the money you spend as college savings. Signing-up is easy and free.

http://upromise.meritsoftware.com/

Sign Up for a Live Demo

Merit is now offering demonstrations to show how our programs can work for you. The live demos take approximately 30 to 45 minutes. You will see step-by-step how Merit can improve student skills and enhance your teaching.

http://www.meritsoftware.com/contact_us/live_demo/