The Insights of a Writing Life

Melanie MeehanBlog, Reflect Better

TL;DR: Many of us write for different reasons. Therefore, you are a writer! Think about your writing life by starting with a writing timeline. What was your experience as a writer throughout your life? There are steps to the writing process: generating, planning, drafting, revising, and editing. Each person may spend different amounts of time at different stages. Writers have … Read More

Taking the Leap: Becoming a Published Author

Debbie TannenbaumBlog, Connect Better, Reflect Better, Teacherpreneur Better

TL;DR: Everyone has a story to tell. You have a book waiting inside of you. Start writing regularly. Don’t be afraid to reach out to publishers even before your book is complete. This year, I not only celebrated my birthday, but also celebrated the publication of my book, TRANSFORM-Techy Notes to Make Learning Sticky. If you had asked me four … Read More

My Journey Through the 3 Phases of Writing

Kari PitstickBlog, Connect Better

TL;DR: Become a connected educator by writing and sharing your voice with others. When you are writing for an audience, first decide on the focus of your piece. Be as authentic as possible as you share your experiences. Don’t forget to share your published work on social media to continue connecting with other educators from around the world! As of … Read More