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Smye, Randy – Computers and Composition, 1988
Shows how style and usage checkers can be used in writing exercises that encourage a recursive pattern of student revision. Looks at several instructional design ideas that can create "process-centered" revision software that appears heuristic, contextual, and interactive. (RS)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Computer Software Reviews, Higher Education, Process Approach (Writing)

Day, John T. – Computers and Composition, 1988
Argues that the set of style, usage, and spelling check computer programs marketed as "Writer's Workbench" is an effective aid to good writing, giving users the opportunity to edit and revise text depending upon each individual user's purpose. Reports on a survey of teachers' and students' use of "Writer's Workbench" at St.…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Higher Education, Instructional Material Evaluation