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Collaborative Learning and Writing - by Kathleen M Hunzer (Paperback)

Collaborative Learning and Writing - by  Kathleen M Hunzer (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>Although most writing instructors know the benefits of collaborative learning and writing in college writing classes, many remain unsure how to implement collaborative techniques successfully in the classroom. This collection provides a diversity of voices that address the "how tos" of collaborative learning and writing by addressing key concerns about the process. Fresh essays consider the importance of collaborative work and peer review, the best ways to select groups in classes, integration of collaborative learning techniques into electronic environments, whether group learning and writing are appropriate for all writing classes, and ways special populations can benefit from collaborative activities. Despite its challenges, collaborative learning can prove remarkably effective and this study provides the advice to make it work smoothly and successfully.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br>Although most writing instructors know the benefits of collaborative learning and writing in college writing classes, many remain unsure how to implement collaborative techniques successfully in the classroom. This collection provides a diversity of voices that address the how tos of collaborative learning and writing by addressing key concerns about the process. Fresh essays consider the importance of collaborative work and peer review, the best ways to select groups in classes, integration of collaborative learning techniques into electronic environments, whether group learning and writing are appropriate for all writing classes, and ways special populations can benefit from collaborative activities. Despite its challenges, collaborative learning can prove remarkably effective and this study provides the advice to make it work smoothly and successfully.<p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br>"Helps instructors incorporate effective collaborative learning into their writing classes"--<i>Reference & Research Book News</i>.<br><p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br><b>Kathleen M. Hunzer</b> is an associate professor of English and the director of Written Communication at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls. Her writing has appeared in <i>Feminist Teacher, Writing Lab Newsletter, Literary Magazine Review, Pedagogy</i>, and <i>International Journal of Listening</i>.

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