Writing Coach PL Series for Teachers
Back to school is the perfect time to establish strong writing expectations, and you’re the one who makes that possible. But we’re always here to help!
Khan Academy Writing Coach, powered by Khanmigo, supports students at every stage of the writing process while keeping you in control. This fall, start with our bite-sized Writing Coach professional learning series. Watch the short video sessions anytime (there’s just four of them). By the end, you’ll be ready to use Writing Coach confidently!
Chapter 1: Empowering Student Writers in the Age of AI
You’ll learn:
- What makes it uniquely aligned with Khan Academy’s mission to provide a free, world-class education for every student
- Why we built Writing Coach with ethical AI use at its core
- How it supports writing instruction—not replaces it
Chapter 2: Assigning Writing Practice—Your Way
In this chapter, you’ll learn how to:
- Stay in control of the writing process while students get the support they need
- Create and manage writing assignments in just a few clicks
- Customize prompts to fit your curriculum and voice
Chapter 3: Building Student Confidence from Day One
This session walks through the student experience with Writing Coach, highlighting how it helps learners:
- Revise effectively—without relying on copy-paste solutions
- Brainstorm ideas and understand expectations
- Draft independently with real-time feedback
Chapter 4: Using Teacher Reports to Guide Instruction
In this final chapter, learn how to:
- View student progress at a glance
- Get alerts on originality issues
- Identify class-wide trends to inform your next lesson
Have 60 minutes? Watch the whole session here.
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