Welcome to the Writing and Syntax Course!

Kia ora and welcome to this course on Writing and Syntax, proudly brought to you by Literacy Connections. We’re stoked to have you here and can’t wait to support your journey in strengthening your knowledge and teaching of writing with a structured literacy lens, emphasising the power of syntax.

This course has been designed specifically for teachers working with Year 0-8 students. Whether you’re looking to deepen your understanding of sentence structure, improve student writing outcomes, or gain practical strategies to implement in your classroom, this course will equip you with the knowledge and confidence to do so.

Course Overview

This is a four-week online course that will guide you through key aspects of writing and syntax, using explicit instruction and inquiry-based approaches.

Throughout this course, you will:

• Develop a clear understanding of syntax and its role in writing development.
• Learn practical strategies to explicitly teach sentence construction and grammar.
• Explore how to support students in applying syntax knowledge to improve writing fluency and cohesion.
• Gain access to hands-on activities and resources to use in your teaching practice.
• Reflect on current practices and refine your approach to teaching writing.

Each week, new modules will be unlocked, featuring a mix of: ✔ Short instructional videos ✔ Downloadable resources and activities ✔ Interactive discussions and reflections ✔ Practical classroom applications

By the end of this course, you will feel more confident in teaching syntax and structuring writing lessons that truly enhance student outcomes.

How to Get the Most Out of This Course

• Engage with the content – Watch the videos, read the materials, and try the suggested strategies.
• Reflect and apply – Consider how these ideas fit into your teaching and adapt them to suit your learners.
• Participate in discussions – Share your experiences, insights, and questions with others in the course community.
• Complete the activities – These will help reinforce key concepts and provide practical tools for your classroom.

We encourage you to take your time, revisit lessons as needed, and implement what works best for your students.

Let’s Get Started!

We’re excited to embark on this journey with you! Click Next to begin your first module.

Ngā mihi, The Literacy Connections Team