Compares students' solutions to a business writing problem-solving assignment to their personal beliefs about government regulation of business. Finds that although most students do not favor government intervention, they turned to the government when finding solutions to business problems. Suggests that this paradox is a result of students'…

Describes a class project/case study where students draft a proposal and present it to a board for deliberation. Details how students analyze the current problem and the cause, brainstorm for a preferred and alternative solutions, and discuss advantages and disadvantages. (PRA)

Describes the design and implementation of a major collaborative assignment in which students investigate and produce written and oral solutions to a problem with a national perspective experienced by a community corporation, business, governmental, or not-for-profit organization. (KEH)