Richard Kent. Peter Lang, 2006. 172 pages.

Book Description
Writing centers are places where writers work with each other in an effort to develop ideas, discover a thesis, overcome procrastination, create an outline, or revise a draft. Ultimately, writing centers help students become more effective writers. Visit any college or university in the United States and chances are there is a writing center available to students, staff, and community members. A Guide to Creating Student-Staffed Writing Centers, Grades 6-12 is a how-to and, ultimately, a why-to book for middle school and high school educators as well as for English/language arts teacher candidates and their methods instructors. Writing centers support students and their busy teachers while emphasizing and supporting writing across the curriculum.

About the Author
Richard Kent Kent is Assistant Professor of Literacy and Director of the Maine Writing Project at The University of Maine. He received his Ph.D. in education from Claremont Graduate University. A former secondary school writing center director and high school English teacher, Kent is the author of six books. (book information and biographical blurb from http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/082047889X/ref=sr_11_1/102-1679223-0895322?ie=UTF8)