Functions of Outlining among College Students in Four Disciplines.

Walvoord, Barbara E.; And Others

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ERIC Number: EJ517726

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Publication Date: 1995

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Functions of Outlining among College Students in Four Disciplines.

Walvoord, Barbara E.; And Others

Research in the Teaching of English, v29 n4 p390-421 Dec 1995

Examines the functions of outlining for 122 students in 4 undergraduate classes, each in a different discipline. Finds that outlining functions varied widely according to the assignment and the teacher's guidance. Identifies five functions of outlining. Suggests the benefits of examining a specific writing strategy rather than concentrating only on "processes." (TB)

Descriptors: Higher Education, Outlining (Discourse), Research Needs, Writing (Composition), Writing Instruction, Writing Processes, Writing Research, Writing Strategies

Publication Type: Opinion Papers; Reports - Research; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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