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Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2014
Pages: 18
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Angel or Devil: Face-Off of Web 2.0 Technologies for Writing
Yu, Eunjyu
Research & Teaching in Developmental Education, v31 n1 p30-47 Fall 2014
Aiming at empowering students with the NCTE's 21st century literacies, this discussion investigated what role Web 2.0 technologies play in first-year college students' writing practices and what challenges students face while using computer technology for writing. Based on input from a national sample of 37 writing teachers, pedagogical suggestions were made to enhance college students' digital writing skills in a connected environment.
Descriptors: Web 2.0 Technologies, Educational Technology, College Freshmen, Writing (Composition), Writing Teachers, College Faculty, Computer Mediated Communication, Social Networks, Handheld Devices, Technology Uses in Education, Video Technology, Web Sites, Electronic Publishing, Electronic Mail, Audio Equipment, Teaching Methods, Computer Literacy, Questionnaires
New York College Learning Skills Association. Web site: http://www.nyclsa.org
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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