Improving handwriting skills. Strategies Encourage students to use word processor. Allow laptop computers for students to use in class. Allow audio or video taped recording of assignment as an alternative to written. Improving spelling and mechanics.
Strategies Encourage the use of electronic spell-checkers.
Limit the weighting of spelling on the evaluation. Assist student to develop a personal spelling dictionary to refer to when proofreading. Model and teach editing skills. Establish peer editing procedures. The Hamburger Strategy or How to plan a paragraph that tastes good.