Reports on a technical writing course which is conducted in conjunction with the senior-level unit operations course required of chemical engineering students. (BB)

Describes a writing skill improvement project in which graduate students at Berkely graded papers written by undergraduate students in a course on the origins of Chinese civilization. Critical examination of student papers, combined with opportunities to discuss and rewrite the papers, encouraged students to develop a thesis, eliminate irrelevant…

A 20-item checklist for proposal writing is based on 15 years of helping various agencies apply for funds from a variety of sources. (Author/MLF)

Explains how philosophical thinking can be integrated into the teaching of reading and writing. Resulting skills in critical reading and critical writing will enable students to act intelligently within a social context. (Author/AV)

Considers creative writing a vital component of an effective language arts program for children in grades four, five, and six. Discusses the content, activities, and evaluation of a creative writing curriculum. (RL)

Describes a course that builds practical skills that future reporters will need on the job. (RL)

Finds that a beginning writing course for journalism students successfully developed news writing skills by first setting a goal for each student to produce publishable work immediately. Having something to write about encouraged increased attention to grammar, spelling, and other necessary news writing skills. (RL)

Examines three surveys of writing in Australian schools, based on the model used by the British Schools Council Project ("The Written Language of 11-18 Year Olds"). (RL)

Considers what elements to include in the schedule, script, and handouts of a business communication training program. (RL)

Describes the requirements of a course entitled "Technical Reporting," offered for seniors in the Civil Engineering Department, and covers a variety of techniques in report writing and editing. (GA)

A test of 3,602 undergraduate students demonstrated that those with low apprehension about writing perform better on tests of writing skills including grammar, mechanics, and larger concerns in writing skills than those with high apprehension. (JMF)

A retired teacher argues that a return to fundamentals in elementary schools and a change in the policy of social promotion in schools are primary to improving the quality of education. (JMF)

Reviews research to establish that it has not proven that instruction in grammar has no effect on student writing. (DD)

As a supplement to the available games for use in teaching, two writing games are presented, with suggestions for their use. They are recommended as a motivating device. A list of pertinent works on the subject is also provided. (IFS/WGA)

Suggests a program for improving technical writing skills of college students. Includes remedial courses for deficient students and English composition and technical writing courses for geosciences majors. Recommends a cooperative effort between English and geoscience departments. (MA)