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ERIC Number: EJ360673
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1987
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How to Pluck an Albatross: The Research Paper without Tears.
Benson, Linda K.
English Journal, v76 n7 p54-56 Nov 1987
Discusses a method for involving students in topics so that research evolves from a desire to know. Describes using response group discussion about real life problems to find topics, freewriting loops, and class presentation before and during research. Reports positive atmosphere and interest. (JG)
Descriptors: Assignments, Course Content, Educational Theories, English Instruction, Expository Writing, Free Writing, Grade 11, Group Discussion, Heuristics, Prewriting, Research Papers (Students), Research Skills, Secondary Education, Student Attitudes, Teaching Methods, Writing Instruction
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Guides - Classroom - Teacher
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Audience: Teachers; Practitioners
Language: English
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