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ERIC Number: EJ601067
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 2000
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ISSN: ISSN-1081-3004
Playful Writing for Critical Thinking: Four Approaches to Writing.
Weber, Alan
Journal of Adolescent & Adult Literacy, v43 n6 p562-68 Mar 2000
Notes the relationship between thinking and playfulness. Demonstrates that playful language is a valuable way for adolescents from varied cultural backgrounds to express their thinking. Explores in depth four approaches to writing that encourage linguistic play: choosing playful topics; emphasizing characteristics of linguistic play; selecting unique formats; and altering style and persona. (SR)
Descriptors: Critical Thinking, Humor, Play, Secondary Education, Student Writing Models, Writing Assignments, Writing Improvement, Writing Instruction
Publication Type: Journal Articles
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Language: English
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