Describes a project that uses essays to supplement or supplant the traditional methods of teaching science at the high school level. Presents two examples of essays used, the rationale for using them, and suggestions for implementing this project in the high school science classroom. (JRH)

Findings of the Writing Research Unit at the University of London Institute suggest that writing curricula in British secondary schools do not foster independent thinking or individual personality development. (JH)

Describes an experimental course in "Literature through Science" designed to improve students' expository writing skills while teaching them about science. (DD)

Provides content area teachers with teaching strategies designed to integrate writing instruction into their classes, not only to improve student writing skills but also to enhance subject matter learning. (RL)

Examples of types of writing activities, including skill-drill, story pieces, scenario writing, and a letter to the editor, for use in secondary world history classes, are presented. A social studies writing model is also included. (RM)

Describes a program at the University of Northern Colorado in Greeley which sponsors seminars for university and high school teachers where they can learn how to teach reading and writing skills in the content areas. (MKM)

Focusing on synthesis--the ability to recognize and create new ideas that subsume and relate to others--as one of the most sophisticated skills writers can attain, the articles in this journal present many ideas for teaching synthesis and a number of classroom approaches that combine the study of English with other fields. The following titles and…

Discussed are the areas where biology teachers can cooperate with teachers of other disciplines. Specific ways in which biology and English teaching can be combined are given, as well as ways to relate the social sciences to biological concerns. (MA)

Recommends an interdisciplinary approach to writing a term paper about James Hilton's "Lost Horizon." (TJ)

Physical educators can incorporate sports-related novels into their curricula to help students explore a variety of sports and to open the door to discussions of the benefits of sport and fitness activities. This article describes how students can take the reading and compositions skills they learned in English and apply them to physical education…

This guide to effective writing strategies is based on three ideas that provide motivation for writing skills development in an advanced placement history class: students learn to write by writing; problem essays are more effective in developing writing skills than topic essays; and writing is a learning tool. Stressing that writing practice is…

In the concept of writing as learning resides implications for the teaching of composition and reading. Writing's special value as a learning tool lies in the way it can help writers clarify the categories and relationships already in mind as they grapple with new information and ideas. One method that has been used to enable students to use…

Argues that all teachers need to teach basic skills in their subject areas. Article makes suggestions for the improvement of students' reading, understanding, and written work in the social studies classroom. Suggestions include previewing textbooks for potential problems, use of oral reading, and teaching main and subordinate idea distinctions.…

Describes experiences in planning and conducting a workshop that combined the teaching of writing, research, and basic photography skills. (EL)