Describes the University of Hawaii's writing workshop, a supplemental service of the English department that offers tutorial sessions on a drop-in, voluntary basis. (FL)

Examines how computers as a medium for communication affect the craft of writing, and subsequently affect teaching approaches. Discusses the need for teaching online document design and problem-solving processes as they relate to the communication process. (HTH)

Describes an assignment designed to integrate students' opinions about literary works with those of the instructor and other critics. Students regularly write collaborative responses in small groups, before class discussion of the work, then engage in peer evaluation and revision before pesenting it to the class. (HTH)

The title topic is discussed by noted educators Ann E. Berthoff, Donald M. Murray, Anne Ruggles Gere, and Dan Kirby. (CRH)

A personal narrative that recounts difficult decisions a teacher must face and make in responding to student writing that communicates serious emotional or social problems. (CRH)

A personal history of learning to write in the different required forms and how particular teachers affected the learner's attitude. (CRH)

Discusses the sequencing of writing assignments based on students' natural development. Cites the work of Piaget and Moffett. (FL)

Discusses the applicability of teaching rewriting and revision skills and using peer evaluation techniques in a technical writing class. (AEA)

Examines interactive reading as a technique for applying the findings of recent brain research to the reading process. Describes a method of interactive reading that requires students to relate their concepts, knowledge, and experiences to print and to practice language arts skills while creating an individual and personal picture book to share…

Discusses the interacitonal function of language. (FL)

Discusses criteria for choosing composition software. Poses six questions for further research in evaluating the effectiveness of computer assisted instruction in composition. (HTH)

Describes a two-semester writing program that prepares English majors for professional writing careers in business or industry. (AEA)

This reference circular lists instructional materials, supplies, and equipment currently available for learning braille, and cites sources about braille literacy. The resources given are intended to assist sighted individuals who are interested in learning braille or want to transcribe print materials into braille; instructors who teach braille;…

Intended for primary teachers, this resource guide provides explanations of the theory underlying successful writing workshops, plus practical help for putting the ideas to work. With the guide, teachers can see how to implement writing workshop; how to recognize and teach target skills such as organization and revision; and how to enhance writing…

Composition education is not only about the development of students' written literacy skills; it is also about learning new ways to think and act both inside and outside the classroom. By understanding the ideological and social elements of teaching practices, teachers can structure their undergraduate composition classrooms in ways that better…