Discusses how to respond to student writing. Offers two assignments that encourage a dialogue between the teacher and student. Relays actual student comments and the process of helping these students. (PRA)

Advocates exchanging sets of compositions with other faculty members to help teachers more actively participate in their classroom writing groups and to encourage students to weigh teacher feedback for themselves. (AEA)

Outlines a program in journal writing and self-assessment for college students. (AEA)

Suggests a balance between the student-oriented writing workshop and the instructor-oriented lecture/discussion in dealing with nontraditional students. Discusses background information, assumptions about methodology in teaching writing skills, the workshop model, and the use of the peer response sheet designed to direct discussion. (EL)