Purchase Area Writing Project
National Writing Project at Murray State University
Summer Institute
The annual Purchase Area Writing Project Summer Institute is a joint effort between Murray State University and the Kentucky Writing Project. Funded by the Kentucky Department of Education and the National Writing Project, the program provides public school teachers with four weeks of intensive training and practice to promote improved writing and literacy instruction in the public schools. The 2017 PAWP Summer Institute is scheduled for June 5 - June 23, 2017.
Goals include:
- improved writing skills and literacy instruction
- a better understanding of writing processes and assessment methods
- development of instructional materials
- improved communication between university faculty and public school teachers
- greater understanding of educational changes in Kentucky
Eligibility
The Institute is limited to 20 participants. Applicants must be full-time teachers in a Kentucky public school system grades K-12. Teachers from all content areas are encouraged to apply. Participants must agree to serve as writing consultants during the 2017-2018 academic year.
Course Of Study
Participants receive six hours of graduate credit in ENG 604 and ENG 605 (PAWP I & II).
Schedule
Classes meet from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. with an hour for lunch, Monday through Friday.
Fees
Murray State University tuition is waived, and the Project provides a $550.00 stipend for each participant. All participants must purchase a summer parking permit, and pay $25 toward the cost of the textbook.
Housing
For specific rates, contact:
David Wilson
Director of Housing and Residence Life
Murray State University
Murray, KY 42071
(270) 809-2310
Application Procedure
Applications for the 2017 Summer Institute are now available for download. 
Completed applications must be returned by March 17, 2017.
Additional Information
For more information, please contact:
Debbie Bell
dbell@murraystate.edu
Telephone: 270.809.4725
Facsimile: 270.809.4545
- Or -
Paul Walker
pwalker1@murraystate.edu
Telephone: 270.809.4533
Facsimile: 270.809.4545
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