"This is a terrific resource that will help new and experienced teachers update the way they teach writing. Vicki provides concrete suggestions for using technology to teach everything from simple note taking to collaborative essays. Readers will appreciate the practical tools that they can bring back to their own classrooms."
—Todd Whitaker, Professor at Indiana State University and author of the bestselling book What Great Teachers Do Differently
"Vicki Davis is a passionate teacher and blogger who is committed to taking education to the next level. In her new book, Vicki provides guidance for utilizing the exciting and interactive tools that are transforming the experience of reading and writing in this digital age. With Vicki's encouragement and expertise, teachers will feel comfortable engaging in digital citizenry and eager to extend the invitation to their students. This book is a must-read for 21st century educators!"
—Angela Maiers, nationally-recognized speaker and consultant on 21st century teaching, and coauthor of The Passion-Driven Classroom
"Full of practical advice and technology guidance, Vicki's new book, Reinventing Writing, crosses all the content areas. The consummate educator, Vicki's experience provides the reader with ideas and tips for students to use technology tools to become better writers, more organized, online collaborators, and ethical users of online information. Each chapter is set-up in a way that gives the reader an introduction, a toolbox of online sites to try, and an FAQ of the common questions and concerns an educator might have. The content of the book would make a wonderful study group or PLC in any school district!"
—Kathy Schrock, award-winning educational technologist and Online Adjunct Professor at Wilkes University
"Hopefully, with this book and other resources, you can learn from the challenges and obstacles experienced by other teachers attempting collaborative projects and create your own successful process. There is no better guide to the process than Vicki Davis and I say that as someone who has interviewed and observed dozens of wiki-using teachers."
—Justin Reich, Richard L. Menschel HarvardX Research Fellow; Lecturer, MIT Scheller Teacher Education Program; Co-Founder, EdTechTeacher; Fellow, Berkman Center for Internet & Society, Harvard University
"Vicki has captured what it means to write in the digital age. The tools, tips and resources she offers will help novice and advanced users alike. And the alignment to the Common Core and reflection questions at the end of each chapter is sure to be a help to every educator."
—Steven W. Anderson, Director Of Instructional Technology for Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools and Independent Educational Consultant
