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| Journal of Basic Writing | 4 |
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| Journal Articles | 4 |
| Reports - Descriptive | 4 |
| Guides - Non-Classroom | 1 |
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Peer reviewedGarnes, Sara – Journal of Basic Writing, 1984
Discusses the characteristics of the ideal basic writing instructor, including commitment, curiosity, and confidence. Describes some of the ways in which the Ohio State University faculty has tried to foster these characteristics in its basic writing instructors. (HTH)
Descriptors: Higher Education, Program Descriptions, Remedial Instruction, Teacher Education
Peer reviewedCrouch, Mary Kay; McNenny, Gerri – Journal of Basic Writing, 2000
Describes both past and more recent efforts by the California State University (CSU) system to come to terms with "remediation." Describes recently mandated collaborations between high school language arts faculty and CSU English faculty to reduce the need for remediation. Describes an ongoing outreach program addressing the needs of…
Descriptors: Basic Writing, Higher Education, Outreach Programs, Program Descriptions
Peer reviewedKelly, Lou – Journal of Basic Writing, 1984
Describes the seminar/practicum program for teachers of basic writing at the University of Iowa. Includes the instructional sequence and the function of course journals and rationales. (HTH)
Descriptors: Course Content, Higher Education, Inservice Teacher Education, Program Descriptions
Peer reviewedBurnham, Christopher C. – Journal of Basic Writing, 1984
Describes how writing faculty at an eastern state college recruit, train, and offer professional support to volunteer basic writing instructors. (HTH)
Descriptors: Higher Education, Program Descriptions, Remedial Instruction, Staff Development
