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Davis, Diane; Gonzenbach, Nancy – Business Education Forum, 1986
This article is in the form of a letter from a hypothetical former student on her first job in word processing, looking back at her educational experience and how it helped her. She shares her thoughts with her instructor and comments on areas that she feels could have been emphasized more. Grammar/punctuation, proofreading,…
Descriptors: Grammar, Individual Characteristics, Program Improvement, Punctuation
Brohaugh, William – Popular Computing, 1984
Describes computerized writing aids and how they can complement but never take the place of good writing skills. The drawbacks of utilizing microcomputer programs "Grammatik" and "Punctuation and Style," both style programs, are discussed, and ways in which such programs should be used are suggested. (MBR)
Descriptors: Computer Programs, Editing, Evaluative Thinking, Grammar

Reid, Joy; And Others – CALICO Journal, 1983
Reports an investigation into possibilities of using word processors and text analysis software with English as second language (ESL) students to determine (1) if foreign students can learn to use computer equipment, (2) if students feel time invested is worthwhile, and (3) if ESL students' problems with writing American academic prose can be…
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Computer Assisted Instruction, English (Second Language), Grammar
Smith, Frank – 1983
Miniaturized computer technology can raise both language and education beyond the current capacity to understand. Children's learning is more complex, powerful, and subtle than it is usually given credit for, and language is more elaborate and intricate than is generally realized. Computers must be used carefully, but they offer many…
Descriptors: Class Activities, Classroom Techniques, Computer Uses in Education, English (Second Language)