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Brueggemann, Brenda Jo – College Composition and Communication, 1990
Describes the use of "Harper's" magazine "Index" column of statistical facts as an essay prompt in freshman composition classes. Lists specific instructions for the writing assignment. Reports that students generally produce impressive, sophisticated, thoughtful, and well-written essays for this exercise. (SG)
Descriptors: Essays, Freshman Composition, Higher Education, Periodicals

Corder, Jim W. – College Composition and Communication, 1975
One can learn a great deal about teaching composition by writing the essays he assigns to students to write. (JH)
Descriptors: College Freshmen, English Instruction, Essays, Expository Writing