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Peer reviewedHouston, Linda – Teaching English in the Two-Year College, 1997
Contends that developmental writing students' self confidence improves when they understand their learning styles. Outlines how the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator is used to pinpoint students' learning styles and how to help students work "their way." (PA)
Descriptors: Basic Writing, Cognitive Style, Higher Education, Self Esteem
Peer reviewedReigstad, Tom – Research & Teaching in Developmental Education, 1991
Reviews research on the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator's (MBTI's) use in personalizing the basic writing curriculum. Describes an MBTI-based study of personality and writing performance in a basic writing class. Identifies ways MBTI results can inform teacher feedback and the use of prewriting, small groups, computers, and essay tests. (DMM)
Descriptors: Basic Writing, College Students, Higher Education, Personality
