What is SRSD?
A Proven Framework for Teaching Writing That Works in Real Classrooms
SRSD (Self-Regulated Strategy Development) is a research-based instructional approach that helps students become confident, organized, and effective writers. Developed through decades of research, SRSD combines explicit writing strategies with tools for self-regulation, so students not only write better — they take ownership of their process.
SRSD (Self-Regulated Strategy Development) is a research-based framework developed by Dr. Karen Harris, Dr. Steve Graham, and colleagues.
It’s the most extensively studied approach to writing instruction, grounded in decades of peer-reviewed research. At think SRSD, we specialize in translating this powerful model into real-world classroom success — helping educators implement SRSD with clarity, confidence, and results.
SRSD’s Benefits & Features
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Explicit, Structured Writing Strategies
Students learn how to plan, organize, write, revise, and reflect step by step. -
Built-in Self-Regulation Skills
Students develop confidence, persistence, and motivation through modeling, goal setting, and reflection. -
Proven Across Grades & Populations
From early elementary to high school, and across diverse learning needs, SRSD adapts and delivers.
What does think SRSD offer?
thinkSRSD offers sets of lessons (developed and tested in research studies), or offers a seamless quick-path to integrate SRSD directly into your existing programs and coaching systems.
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Live teacher mentoring (unlimited support)
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Professional development from educators who have used SRSD
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Documented school success stories with double-digit % gains
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Flexible integration, rather than solely sets of lessons
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Community and collaboration in regular monthly, job-alike or similar interest network meetings
think SRSD is a comprehensive system that students use to direct themselves through the writing process and continuously set new goals for themselves. It fosters equity because it systematically and explicitly teaches the skills, strategies and self regulation that good writers use.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What grades is SRSD for?
K–12. We tailor our approach based on your students.
Does SRSD replace our curriculum?
No. SRSD is designed to integrate seamlessly with what you already use.
How is thinkSRSD different?
We offer live mentoring, flexible integration, and real-time support — not just a static program.
Is SRSD research-based?
Yes. SRSD is backed by decades of peer-reviewed research and proven implementation in schools nationwide.
Can we customize the SRSD approach?
Absolutely. We help schools embed SRSD into their existing workflows and align with state standards.
Built by Teachers. Backed by Research. Focused on Results.
thinkSRSD is led by Dr. Leslie Laud, a former teacher and researcher who has served as Principal Investigator on multiple federally funded studies. With real classrooms at the center of everything we do, we’re proud to help districts nationwide transform writing instruction.
About Us
thinkSRSD is the community of teachers and researchers who use and study SRSD. We offer SRSD in-person professional development and e-learning courses taught by teachers with decades of experience using SRSD. The teachers at thinkSRSD have taught SRSD courses for over 10 years, since offering the very first open enrollment course in SRSD in 2008.
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