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Stine, Linda – Writing Notebook: Creative Word Processing in the Classroom, 1990
Notes that proponents of writing across the curriculum may find a partner in the proliferation of computers on campuses. Points out that discussions about how to teach effectively with computers provide a new incentive and focal point, reinforcing the principles of sound writing pedagogy. (SR)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Postsecondary Education, Writing Across the Curriculum, Writing Instruction
Costanzo, William – Writing Notebook: Creative Word Processing in the Classroom, 1990
Describes using meditation to write with greater concentration, continuity, and depth, at any level of writing skill. Describes how to consciously cultivate the ability to focus, follow, and trace ideas through writing. (SR)
Descriptors: Elementary Secondary Education, Higher Education, Meditation, Teaching Methods
Porter, Bernajean – Writing Notebook: Creative Word Processing in the Classroom, 1990
Reviews the newest addition to Pelican's Creative Writing Series of instructional software, which uses the comic book format to provide a unique writing environment for satire, symbolism, sequencing, and combining text and graphics to communicate ideas. (SR)
Descriptors: Comics (Publications), Computer Graphics, Computer Software Reviews, Courseware
Pitel, Vonna J. – Writing Notebook: Creative Word Processing in the Classroom, 1991
Discusses the advantages of making the writing center part of the instructional media center in schools and provides some questions to consider in setting up a writing center. Offers three examples of popular writing assignments. (MG)
Descriptors: Computer Uses in Education, Educational Technology, Language Arts, Program Descriptions
Hunter, William J.; And Others – Writing Notebook: Creative Word Processing in the Classroom, 1990
Reviews research (1) concerning the use of word processors in improving children's writing; (2) students' attitudes toward writing; and (3) how improvements in writing are measured. Notes that current research should not be accepted at face value. Argues that teachers should seek ways in which the availability of word processors can help students…
Descriptors: Literature Reviews, Research Utilization, Revision (Written Composition), Word Processing
