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Peer reviewedMcGee, Tim; Ericsson, Patricia – Computers and Composition, 2002
Investigates the grammar and style checker in MS WORD software in depth, focusing on its theoretical underpinnings. Contrasts the approaches to grammar and style embodied in the software with those found in current composition pedagogy. Concludes with suggestions that go beyond customizing the Grammar Checker to advocating more thorough…
Descriptors: Grammar, Higher Education, Language Styles, Politics of Education
Peer reviewedVernon, Alex – Computers and Composition, 2000
Suggests grammar checkers remain troublesome and inaccurate. Reviews the literature of grammar checker technology in composition. Analyzes the current grammar checking capability of the most popular word-processing programs in the United States, Microsoft 2000 and Corel 9.0 (2000). Concludes by suggesting uses of grammar checkers for composition…
Descriptors: Computer Software Reviews, English Instruction, Grammar, Higher Education
