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McAllister, Carole – Journal of Developmental & Remedial Education, 1985
Reviews two recent articles on computer use in the English classroom. Discusses ways that word processing programs for microcomputers can be used to teach revision. Identifies the equipment and software requirements for using the approach and discusses practical benefits. (DMM)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Learning Activities, Microcomputers
Balajthy, Ernest; And Others – Computing Teacher, 1987
Discusses use of word processing software as an effective tool in writing and revision instruction, and describes the role of the teacher. Examples of exercises that encourage revision and of software designed to teach effective revision skills are reviewed. (MBR)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Elementary Secondary Education, Feedback, Instructional Effectiveness
Solomon, Gwen – Electronic Learning, 1985
Describes writing skills software that helps reinforce language building blocks and word processing software that helps students develop as writers. Also included are outlines of five word processing activities; a software directory; a description of a writing instruction project; and discussion of whether computers encourage revision. (MBR)
Descriptors: Case Studies, Computer Software, Costs, Elementary Secondary Education

Kelly, Erna; Raleigh, Donna – Computers and the Humanities, 1990
Recommends that writing teachers integrate word processing and revision strategies when teaching how to diagnose and correct structural writing problems. Presents exercises employing these methods in a first-year English composition course. Stresses the computer's ability to help students evaluate their writing, encouraging eventual independent…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Uses in Education, Discourse Analysis, Educational Research