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Peer reviewedGreen, Sharon – Research and Teaching in Developmental Education, 1994
Discusses the effects of sexism in education and the means by which educators can reduce it. Indicates that developmental educators are in a unique position to counteract sexism. Contains suggestions for overcoming sexism in five areas of developmental education (math, reading, writing, counseling, and administration) and in the classroom. (35…
Descriptors: Basic Skills, Basic Writing, College Students, Developmental Programs
Peer reviewedMcAlexander, Patricia J.; Marston, Jane – Research and Teaching in Developmental Education, 1994
Describes a case study of a basic writing student that was undertaken to examine the ways that low self-confidence can undermine a writer's voice and text. Emphasizes the important role basic writing instructors have in strengthening students' sense of self in addition to their intellectual competence. (MAB)
Descriptors: Basic Skills, Basic Writing, Colleges, Remedial Programs
Peer reviewedKimmel, Isabel; Davis, Judith Rae – Research and Teaching in Developmental Education, 1996
Describes the design and implementation of a developmental English course for community college students still not performing at college level after a semester of remedial work. Discusses the theoretical background of the curriculum, book selection criteria, the course reading list, and classroom activities used to increase motivation and…
Descriptors: Basic Skills, Basic Writing, Classroom Techniques, Community Colleges
