I was excited to discover the NWP, or National Writing Project, recently. The University of Minnesota's Center for Writing is one of 200 local sites participating in the project, as the Minnesota Writing Project.
http://www.nwp.org/cs/public/print/doc/about.csp
About Us
Unique in breadth and scale, the NWP is a network of sites anchored at colleges and
universities and serving teachers across disciplines and at all levels, early
childhood through university. We provide professional development, develop
resources, generate research, and act on knowledge to improve the teaching of
writing and learning in schools and communities.
Our Mission
The National Writing Project focuses the knowledge, expertise, and leadership of our nation's educators on sustained efforts to improve writing and learning for all learners.
Our Vision
Writing in its many forms is the signature means of communication in the 21st century. The NWP envisions a future where every person is an accomplished writer, engaged learner, and active participant in a digital, interconnected world.
What a great idea!
