Argues that, by urging students to recognize their powerlessness and transform the structures of power governing their experiences, teachers can lead them to the awareness that they can determine their own educational lives. Discusses the author's experiences with encouraging educational literacy in a series of composition courses for the…

Reviews a body of theory called "andragogy" or teaching theory for adult learners. Focuses on six characterizations of adult students and how they relate to teaching writing: (1) the need to know; (2) the learner's self-concept; (3) the role of experience; (4) readiness to learn; (5) orientation to learning; and (6) motivation. (TB)

Examines how students view their teachers' comments on their writing assignments. Reports the results of a survey on how students view comments. Offers suggestions for what teachers can do to create a shared context for commentary. (PRA)

Reviews some of the theoretical and practical issues and questions that emerge when the focus turns to adults rather than traditional-age students in the writing classroom and in writing research. Looks at the writing process, textbooks, basic writing, technology, learning styles, attitudes, and voice. (TB)