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The Effect of Word Processing on the Quality of Basic Writers' Revisions.
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McAllister, Carole; Louth, Richard – Research in the Teaching of English, 1988
Investigates the effects of word processing on the quality of college basic writers' revisions. Finds that word processing does have a positive effect. (MS)
Descriptors: Freshman Composition, Higher Education, Revision (Written Composition), Word Processing
The Effects of Word Processing on the Revision Strategies of College Freshmen.
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Hawisher, Gail E. – Research in the Teaching of English, 1987
Investigates whether students revise more extensively and successfully with a computer than with conventional methods. Indicates that writing on a computer did not lead to increased revision for these students and that no positive relationship existed between extensive revision and the quality ratings. (AEW)
Descriptors: College Freshmen, Computer Assisted Instruction, Freshman Composition, Higher Education