How writing teachers have used computer support for their classesÖ.(History)
How writing teachers have used computer support for their classesÖ.(History)
COMPUTER SUPPORT FOR COOPERATIVE LEARNING IN WRITING CLASSROOMS
The most basic computer support for cooperative learning to write is to share a monitor and a keyboard. The technique does not result in automatic gains in writing quality for students over students writing alone.
Variations of this technique attempt to provide collaborative pairs such as ìWriterís Optionsî and ìCollaborative Planning Partnerî.
A second early form of computer support involves the use of LAN along with bulletin boards and databases to provide forums for discussing classes.
The use of external networks together with email to provide distant audiences for student writers. This gives the students heightened perception of exigency and practice effect.
One of the latest development in the area involves the use of electronic networks for concurrent interaction. Here, students and teacher carry on computer mediated conversations.