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Peer reviewedHorner, Bruce – English Education, 1994
Analyzes the metaphors and theories used by instructors to conceive of their work with students labeled as "basic writers." Posits alternative metaphors for these students. Discusses theoretical and pedagogical approaches to written "error." Argues for a redefinition of the "territory of basic writing" as…
Descriptors: Basic Writing, Educational Trends, English Instruction, Error Patterns
Hurlow, Marcia – 1983
When students do not write well in stressful situations, traditional instruction such as grammar exercises, sentence combining, and imitation of sentences will not be especially useful. Students are not often aware of their linguistic insecurity or of how insecurity affects language usage. The writing lab, however, creates an ideal setting for…
Descriptors: Error Patterns, Higher Education, Individual Instruction, Peer Evaluation
