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ERIC Number: EJ492711
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1994
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Reference Count: 0
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ISSN: ISSN-0010-0994
Envisioning the Stranger's Heart.
Atkins, G. Douglas
College English, v56 n6 p629-41 Oct 1994
Discusses the trials and tribulations of students who struggle with reading and writing assignments centered on the essay form. Argues that students must be shown the artistic merit of the essay form to produce and appreciate essays. Considers how the essay as form provides a spirit to be followed in teaching and in life. (HB)
Descriptors: Educational Philosophy, English Curriculum, English Instruction, Essays, Freshman Composition, Higher Education, Professional Development, Teacher Attitudes, Writing Assignments
Publication Type: Opinion Papers; Journal Articles
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Language: English
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Identifiers: Composition Theory; Literary Theory