A "Rhetoric for Naturalistic Inquiry" and the Question of Genre.

Berkenkotter, Carol

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Publication Date: 1993

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A "Rhetoric for Naturalistic Inquiry" and the Question of Genre.

Berkenkotter, Carol

Research in the Teaching of English, v27 n3 p293-304 Oct 1993

Describes two chief alternative models of English instruction, critical theory, and constructivism or naturalistic inquiry. Discusses the functions of genre in disciplinary communities. Argues that naturalistic inquiry does not constitute a comprehensive corrective to the legacy of positivism. (HB)

Descriptors: English Instruction, Higher Education, Literary Genres, Naturalistic Observation, Research Methodology, Rhetoric, Teaching Methods, Writing Instruction, Writing Research

Publication Type: Opinion Papers; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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