Studying a Basic Writing Program: Problems and Possibilities.

Adler-Kassner, Linda; Reynolds, Thomas J.; delMas, Robert

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ERIC Number: EJ595559

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1999

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Studying a Basic Writing Program: Problems and Possibilities.

Adler-Kassner, Linda; Reynolds, Thomas J.; delMas, Robert

Research and Teaching in Developmental Education, v16 n1 p33-40 Fall 1999

Describes a study of student writing completed in one basic writing program. Measures the effectiveness of individual papers written in the program's two-course sequence by rating each against a modified "primary-trait" scoring scale. Finds that students made gains in the trait areas examined. (EMH)

Descriptors: Basic Writing, Developmental Studies Programs, Program Evaluation, Remedial Programs, Skill Development, Student Improvement, Writing (Composition), Writing Improvement

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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