Many students consider the writing of papers to be a lonely, difficult, and even painful process. To enable these students to improve their essays and research papers, a teacher has used a collaborative method of writing called the group paper. This method encompasses the various stages of writing, from freewriting of first drafts through multiple revisions. Speaking, listening, reading, and writing are integrated during the process. Such active participation provides an opportunity for students to enhance their learning skills and gain social acceptance, integration, and friendships. (MG)