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Peer reviewedTaylor, Michael – Journal of Teaching Writing, 1985
Proposes a heuristic to generate specific and vivid phrasing and to draw on the right hemisphere of the brain for the substance of the essay. Describes stages of process as DRAW (Delineate, Ruminate, Analogize, and Write). Emphasizes creative description and expressive language rather than generation of ideas. (JG)
Descriptors: Creative Writing, Descriptive Writing, Expressive Language, Heuristics
Peer reviewedOtten, Nick; Stelmach, Marjorie – English Journal, 1987
Discusses the philosophy of publishing high school student writings in "English Journal," and calls for submissions. Prints a student short story, analyzes its merits, suggests ways to use it for teaching, and approaches to revision. (JG)
Descriptors: Class Activities, Creative Writing, Descriptive Writing, English Instruction
