The writing process: A tool for working with gifted students in the regular classroom

Research in the field of composition is cited that supports teaching writing through a process approach. A process approach to writing involves intervening in the writer's composing process during three important stages: prewriting, writing, and rewriting. Instructional strategies for each stage of writing are presented. Writing process principles are linked to gifted education principles in ways that support the gifted student in the regular classroom. A discussion of three functions of writing, including expressive writing, transactional writing, and poetic writing is included. The writing process is presented as a viable tool to meet the needs of gifted students in the regular classroom.