ERIC Number: EJ1162167
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2017
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Getting "Writing Ready" at the University of Washington: Developing Metacognition at a Time of Academic Transition
Zinchuk, Jennifer Eidum
Composition Forum, v37 Fall 2017
Within the field of Writing Studies, metacognition is rapidly being recognized as essential for the effective transfer of knowledge across contexts. This program profile describes a pre-college writing course at the University of Washington that builds metacognition, confidence, and fluency in writing. Through program evaluations, student surveys, and instructor feedback, this profile describes how the course has evolved over the past decade, how students and instructors experience the curriculum, and reflections and recommendations for instructors considering introducing metacognitive practices in their own writing courses.
Descriptors: Metacognition, Self Esteem, Writing (Composition), Writing Skills, Academic Discourse, Writing Instruction, Student Surveys, College Students, Student Attitudes, Transitional Programs, High School Students, Undergraduate Students, College Faculty, Reflection, Feedback (Response)
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: Higher Education
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Washington (Seattle)
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