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Hunter, William J. – Writing Notebook: Creative Word Processing in the Classroom, 1990
Reviews two recent studies of the effects of using word processing as part of the instructional process in writing. Concludes that neither study gives unqualified support for the use of word processors in the teaching of writing. Notes that this column will continue to review these kinds of studies. (RS)
Descriptors: Classroom Research, Elementary Secondary Education, Process Approach (Writing), Research Methodology
Coulson, Elaine – Writing Notebook: Creative Word Processing in the Classroom, 1990
Notes that not having anything to say is a major hurdle in the writing process at the middle school level. Describes two common classroom experiences, based on the software programs "GeoWorld" and "Food for Thought," that enable all students to acquire and share information together. (RS)
Descriptors: Class Activities, Computer Simulation, Computer Uses in Education, Middle Schools
Domsky, Deborah – Writing Notebook: Creative Word Processing in the Classroom, 1990
Describes how a first grade teacher runs a "writer's workshop" based on the process approach to writing. Discusses how children develop their ideas for stories, share their writing with their peers, and decide whether or not to "publish" their writing. Notes that the students are enthusiastic about participating in the workshop. (RS)
Descriptors: Grade 1, Primary Education, Process Approach (Writing), Teacher Role
Nathan, Ruth – Writing Notebook: Creative Word Processing in the Classroom, 1991
Offers a list of 12 elements that are basic to curricular change. Cites examples that focus on a process approach to writing. (MG)
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Educational Change, Educational Innovation, Elementary Secondary Education
