Investigates the 5 editions of John M. Lannon's "Technical Writing," a top-selling technical writing textbook for over 10 years. Claims that the text illustrates where the field has been and where it is going. Includes comments from Lannon concerning his book and how it responded to the social conditions of the 1980s. (HB)

Claims that the development process for computer software can be greatly aided by the writers of specifications if they employ basic iteration and prototyping techniques. Asserts that computer software configuration management practices provide ready models for iteration and prototyping. (HB)

Claims that complex noun phrases in technical writing materials present major comprehension difficulties for a variety of readers. Establishes methods for paraphrasing complex noun phrases into shorter and simpler structures. Applies principles outlined to a short legal text. (HB)

Reports on an investigation into the types of writing placement that institutions are currently using, in addition to the kinds of writing courses offered. Outlines current writing placement procedures in hope of spurring further professional conversations concerning these practices. (HB)

Claims that the harm done to student journalists as a result of the Hazelwood v. Kuhlmeier Supreme Court decision might be alleviated by protective laws inherent in state constitutions. Provides explanations and examples of this perspective. (HB)

Narrates the controversy surrounding one high school student newspaper's attempts to publish false and/or tasteless material as an April Fools' joke. Argues that students should learn to discern true First Amendment freedoms from blatant irresponsibility. Encourages student journalists to choose their fights wisely. (HB)

Narrates the experience of one high school newspaper faculty advisor and the furor surrounding the newspaper's publication of controversial stories. Describes the principal's letter of reprimand and the teacher's steps in response. Questions the principal's legal right to censor student publications. (HB)

Describes the community uproar over one high school newspaper's controversial article claiming that local police routinely violated Fourth Amendment rights of students by invading parties illegally. Outlines how a new editorial policy was devised for the newspaper. Argues that students must exercise press rights responsibly. Discusses how student…

Explains the meaning and relevance of the Supreme Court's 1988 decision, Hazelwood v. Kuhlmeier, for schools. Considers possible effects among educators of this decision. Argues for schools fostering the maturity among students needed to publish responsibly while honoring First Amendment rights. (HB)

Presents four outcome-based student learning goals for school publications programs, as outlined by the Washington State Commission on Student Learning. Argues that schools desiring success in such an outcome-based publications project must allow for an environment respecting student rights and responsibilities. (HB)

Traces some of the historical developments which led to the current state of English instruction in colleges in Britain. Describes a series of ideological and institutional struggles that have marked the field since its inception. Sees these struggles as still raging within the discipline. (HB)

Explains the British government's suppression of the LINC (Language in the National Curriculum) training package materials. Discusses the significance of some of the training materials which will not be published because of the government's actions. (HB)

Describes a project in which students write their own notes, postcards, and invitations from storybook characters to other book characters. (SR)

Provides a personal account of Great Britain's National Curriculum Committee's English Evaluation Project based at Warwick University. Describes the way the interim and final results of the committee were used by higher powers. (HB)

Suggests a method for modeling the characters of readers and writers as they are shaped in the process of writing about public policy issues. Uses this model to examine classroom oral presentations of four professionals. Integrates consideration of writing process, audience, ethics, and public policy issues. (HB)