Wednesday, November 21, 2007

Professional Journals on Writing 18

How well do computers evaluate student writing? “How can a computer determine accuracy, originality, valuable elaboration, empty language, language maturity, and a long list of similar qualities that are central to assessing writing? Computers can’t. We must ensure that the human element remains the dominant factor in the assessing of student writing.” PL Thomas. English Journal (May 05), 29.

What are the characteristics of effective op-ed columns? Example of an inquiry project into learning how to write by 5th grade students. KW Ray. Language Arts (Jan. 06), 238-247.

What are some interesting writing assignments? Students complete an “Op-ed” piece. Should include a description of the problem and a solution. K Strasma. Teaching English in a Two-Year College (Mar. 07), 261.

What is an interesting writing assignment? Students view film together, then review it. Note on what they agree and what they don’t. K Strasma. Teaching English in a Two-Year College (Mar. 07), 260.

What is an interesting writing assignment? Students write an essay modeled on Newsweek’s “My Turn.” K Strasma. Teaching English in a Two-Year College (Mar. 07), 258.

What is an interesting writing assignment? “Trendsetter’s Composition.” Students report on a trend they have observed, with examples. K Strasma. Teaching English in a Two-Year College (Mar. 07), 259.

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