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Scardamalia, Marlene; Bereiter, Carl – School Administrator, 1985
This article suggests several proven strategies to help students move beyond the knowledge-telling stage of writing to the knowledge-transforming approach, which involves not only putting one's knowledge into words but the reflection upon, revision, and improvement of that knowledge. Eleven references are listed. (DCS)
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Cognitive Processes, Cognitive Style, Expository Writing
Olson, Gary A., Ed. – 1984
Prepared by writing center directors, the articles in this book examine the pedagogical theories of tutorial services and relate them to actual center practices. The 19 articles are arranged into three categories: writing center theory, writing center administration, and special concerns. Specific topics discussed in the articles include the…
Descriptors: Administrator Role, Cognitive Processes, Educational Theories, Higher Education
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Pennington, Martha C. – Computers and the Humanities, 1993
Asserts that research into the effects of word processing on student writing is dependent on established writing skills, keyboarding techniques, human intervention, and the established criteria for good writing. Concludes that nonnative writers may benefit in significant ways from the attributes of word processing. (CFR)
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Computer Uses in Education, Curriculum Development, Elementary Secondary Education
Alberta Dept. of Education, Edmonton. Special Education Branch. – 1996
Part of a seven-book series called "Programming for Students with Special Needs," this book offers all teachers information to enhance their understanding of learning disabilities and provides practical strategies to assist in teaching students with special needs. Section 1 discusses the definition of learning disabilities, labeling, and…
Descriptors: Attention Deficit Disorders, Check Lists, Cognitive Processes, Definitions