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Peer reviewedFord, Michael P. – Language Arts, 2001
Notes that it is important for educators to remember to avoid battles with critics who tie up and wear down educators with arguing--not arguments--because it drains limited time and energy and pulls them away from more important things like working with children. Suggests that it is more effective to prepare a thoughtful, reflective response…
Descriptors: Criticism, Elementary Secondary Education, Literacy, Persuasive Discourse
