Description and Evaluation of a Short Writing Assignment in Historical Geology.

Macdonald, R. Heather; Purdy, Renee Ann

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Publication Date: 1989

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Description and Evaluation of a Short Writing Assignment in Historical Geology.

Macdonald, R. Heather; Purdy, Renee Ann

Journal of Geological Education, v37 n2 p117-20 Mar 1989

Students write a short paper in which they describe and interpret the history of a geologic feature. Provides an introduction, logistics of the assignment, background and rationale for the writing process, suggestions for change, and conclusions. (RT)

Descriptors: College Science, Geology, Interdisciplinary Approach, Introductory Courses, Paleontology, Science Curriculum, Teaching Methods, Undergraduate Study, Writing (Composition)

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Guides - Classroom - Teacher

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Language: English

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