Friday, November 28, 2008

Topic: Remedial Writing--A Surprising Suggestion

10-second review: Teach remedial [basic] writers the techniques of fiction writing in preparation for teaching them expository writing.

Title: “Remedial Writers and Fictive Techniques.” B Lott. College Composition and Communication (May 1988), 227 – 230. A publication of the National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE).

Summary: The author believes that by teaching remedial writers the techniques of fiction writing before expository writing, the students will succeed, raise their confidence and pride in their writing and will approach the standard remedial expository writing course with enthusiasm. The “fictive” techniques? Plot, dialogue, flashbacks and characterization. The topic: “Describe a Significant Event in Your Life.”

Comment: The idea is interesting and I would try it. RayS.

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