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Jacobus, Kristina; And Others – 1990
It does not take a computer expert to teach students how to use word processing software to prewrite, write, revise, and edit a professional-looking paper. Just a small amount of expertise allows students to work independently as long as they have access to a computer and the necessary software. The computer also facilitates interactive learning…
Descriptors: Collaborative Writing, Freshman Composition, Higher Education, Microcomputers
Watt, Dan – Popular Computing, 1984
Describes the currently advocated "process approach to writing," its advantages over traditional instruction, and the potential of the computer to simplify the process. Three word processing software programs designed to teach writing to elementary school children and a package of programs to teach writing to adults are reviewed. (MBR)
Descriptors: Adults, Computer Programs, Elementary Secondary Education, Instructional Innovation
Zoni, Stephen J. – 1992
A practicum was developed to improve process writing skills of seventh grade at-risk students by increasing interest through the use of the microcomputer, word processing software, and telecommunications technology. Sixteen students wrote a series of eight "basic" hand-written essays as part of the regular language arts class. Students then…
Descriptors: Computer Uses in Education, Grade 7, High Risk Students, Junior High Schools
Balajthy, Ernest – 1989
In its second year of operation (1988-1989 academic year), the Electronic Writing Center (EWC) of the Union County College in Cranford, New Jersey has expanded its capabilities and the amount of service it provides to at-risk students through the Computers in the Curricula Project. Major changes include: (1) increased numbers of classes and…
Descriptors: Community Colleges, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Networks, High Risk Students
Hill, Maggie – Electronic Learning, 1992
Discusses writing instruction in elementary and secondary schools. Writing reforms are suggested, including increasing time spent on writing and encouraging process writing; writing across the curriculum is discussed; the use of technology is considered; and sidebars give examples of writing improvement programs. (LRW)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Courseware, Elementary Secondary Education, Inservice Teacher Education