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ERIC Number: EJ377337
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1988
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Against Formulaic Writing.
Rico, Gabriele Lusser
English Journal, v77 n6 p57-58 Oct 1988
Argues that formulaic writing, as in the five-paragraph essay, blocks diversity of expression. Asserts that each composition should be unique to the writer and subject, and that the writing process must be allowed to move through "untidy" stages that characterize the creative process. (MM)
Descriptors: Secondary Education, Writing (Composition), Writing Instruction, Writing Processes
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Guides - Classroom - Teacher; Opinion Papers
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Language: English
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Identifiers: Formulaic Writing; Text Organization; Thinking Writing Relationship; Writing Attitudes; Writing Style