A Comparative Study of Teaching Proofreading and Editing Skills Using the Traditional Method Only versus the Traditional Method Combined with Computer-Assisted Instruction in Business Communications and Reports Classes.

Shanahan, Marilyn; Holmquist, Donna

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ERIC Number: EJ498573

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1994

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A Comparative Study of Teaching Proofreading and Editing Skills Using the Traditional Method Only versus the Traditional Method Combined with Computer-Assisted Instruction in Business Communications and Reports Classes.

Shanahan, Marilyn; Holmquist, Donna

Delta Pi Epsilon Journal, v36 n4 p203-14 Fall 1994

A group of 41 business communication students were taught to use a grammar/style checker and completed a writing exercise. Compared to 44 controls who did not use the software, there were no differences in error scores. Previous computer experience did not affect scores, but prior language skills may have influenced them. (SK)

Descriptors: Business Communication, Computer Assisted Instruction, Editing, Grammar, Higher Education, Proofreading, Word Processing

Publication Type: Reports - Research; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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