Enhanced Student Learning through Writing in a Physical-Geology Class.

Halsor, Sid Paul; And Others

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ERIC Number: EJ452075

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1991

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Enhanced Student Learning through Writing in a Physical-Geology Class.

Halsor, Sid Paul; And Others

Journal of Geological Education, v39 n3 p181-84 May 1991

Authors describe a "writing intensive" physical geology course utilizing both formal and informal writing assignments. The formal assignment consists of a summary paper on four geological articles. A writing tutor provides feedback on drafts of the summaries. The informal writing assignment requires students to keep a journal related to laboratory activities. (PR)

Descriptors: Content Area Writing, Earth Science, Geology, Higher Education, Interdisciplinary Approach, Science Curriculum, Science Education, Science Instruction, Student Journals, Writing Across the Curriculum, Writing Assignments

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Guides - Classroom - Teacher

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Language: English

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