Pairing Technology With 6 Traits of Writing Instruction

Individuals with disabilities continue to struggle with writing. Most students with disabilities do not measure at even the most basic level in writing assessments. Technology offers tools to support writing instruction, but many teachers acknowledge a lack of confidence in designing instruction using these tools in writing. Using the 6 Traits of Writing model as a framework, this article describes how students with disabilities may be challenged in each trait and provides technology that can support the attainment of skills within that identified trait area.

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Students with disabilities face difficulties in writing, and technology can provide support. However, teachers lack confidence in using technology for writing instruction. This article uses the 6 Traits of Writing model as a framework to address challenges in each trait for students with disabilities and provides technology tools to support skill development in those areas.