Teaching English in the Two-Year College May 1999

The Writing Center: An Opportunity in Democracy

Ellen Mohr

Abstract

Describes the Writing Center at Johnson County Community College as an institution that implements democratic ideals in its staffing and teaching; and where all voices are heard, encouraged, and validated. Describes three things necessary to achieve a writing center with a democratic nature: a peer-tutor program including formal tutor training; financial support from the college; and college-wide support.

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Teaching English in the Two-Year College
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1999-05-01
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10.58680/tetyc19991846
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