Written composition is very important to the student. When being taught how to write a composition, he should also be instructed how to revise one. (MR)

Article gives suggestions for conducting a Writer's Workshop (speaking, listening, writing and reading) in schools. (AF)

In working with television commercials in communications study, appreciation of differing forms and media of communication can be increased. In addition, one finds new methods to approach the teaching of communication skills. (Author/MF)

Charged with organizing and editing of the Presidential Commission on Campus Unrest materials. Report editor gives basic writing guidelines to staff. (Editor)

Reports the development of an experimental essay test for use with young children based on the now-obsolete STEP Essay Tests. The child's essay on an assigned topic is rated in comparison with previously rated and scaled essays which serve as performance models. (Author)

Describes one English teacher's contribution as liaison between those learning to operate computers and the technical writing of the operating manuals for those computers. (HTH)

Offers suggestions for putting personal excitement into feature stories. Includes examples of "classic" feature story leads. (HTH)

Based on data from two participant observation studies, the author illustrates ways for promoting children's early curiosity about writing. (MP)

Discusses the steps involved in using short-paragraph dictation exercises: (1) preparing a passage which is of high interest and focuses on grammatical problems exhibited by students; (2) determining the best way of presenting the passage; and (3) evaluating student performance. Identifies the technique's benefits for improving writing skills.…

Students can learn to use concrete expression. To write more vividly, they should be encouraged to recognize the importance of using specific expression; perceive, think about, and remember detail; and use specific techniques such as addition, replacement, and figures of speech. (CT)