Examining the Source of Writing Problems

Written Communication Apr 1987

Examining the Source of Writing Problems

GEORGE E. NEWELL ; PHYLLIS MacADAM

Abstract

Recent research suggests that if we overlook topic knowledge we may ignore an important source of students' writing problems. Given that writers' topic knowledge affects how and what they compose, this article presents a systematic strategy for examining topic-related knowledge prior to writing. Included in the discussion is a theory-based rationale for the measure, a formalized method for analyzing topic knowledge, and a guide for using the instrument.

Journal: Written Communication
Published: 1987-04-01
DOI: 10.1177/0741088387004002003
Open Access: Closed
Topics: affect and writing

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