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Fluency First: Reversing the Traditional ESL Sequence.

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MacGowan-Gilhooly, Adele – Journal of Basic Writing, 1991

Describes an ESL department's whole language approach to writing and reading, replacing its traditional grammar-based ESL instructional sequence. Reports the positive quantitative and qualitative results of the first three years of using the new approach. (KEH)

Descriptors: Basic Skills, Basic Writing, Educational Research, English (Second Language)

Schooling and Thoughtfulness.

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Brown, Rexford G. – Journal of Basic Writing, 1991

Discusses the concept of a "literacy of thoughtfulness" for all students, characterized by the ability to think critically and creatively, to solve problems, exercise judgment, access, assimilate, and apply information, and communicate effectively with others. Suggests that thoughtfulness is inescapably bound up with culture. (KEH)

Descriptors: Communication Skills, Critical Thinking, Evaluation Methods, Higher Education