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Peer reviewedHorton, Phillip B.; And Others – Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 1985
Students in a treatment group turned in written summaries of eight lectures, which were returned with chemistry and writing mistakes noted. Although achievement gains were found, results may have been due to the processes involve in organizing/writing the summaries or to the additional time required to complete the assignments. (JN)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Chemistry, College Science, Content Area Writing
