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Lessons Learned from an Interdisciplinary Writing Course: Implications for Student Writing in Psychology.

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Dunn, Dana S. – Teaching of Psychology, 1994

Discusses writing techniques and assessment methods used in an interdisciplinary writing course. Recommends freewriting, small-group writing assignments, and peer tutoring. Supports assessment by more than one faculty evaluator, peer feedback, and optional versus mandatory rewriting. (CFR)

Descriptors: Cooperative Learning, Course Content, Curriculum Development, Higher Education

Using Writing to Develop and Assess Critical Thinking.

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Wade, Carole – Teaching of Psychology, 1995

Asserts that written work has advantages over oral discussion in the development and assessment of students' critical thinking skills. Describes a set of short writing assignments that focuses on eight essential aspects of critical and creative thought. Provides examples of how to use writing assignments in college psychology courses. (CFR)

Descriptors: Classroom Techniques, Cognitive Processes, Cognitive Psychology, Creative Thinking

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Cognitive Psychology	1
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