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Peer reviewedMorgan, Marilyn R. P. – Paths of Learning: Options for Families & Communities, 2001
Computers can help young writers learn to write well. Exercises for developing ideas, such as freewriting, are easily adapted to computers and enhanced by hypertext and thesaurus functions. Grammar and spell checks make editing easier, and the ability to rearrange text facilitates writing out of order and revision. Changing formats and fonts,…
Descriptors: Computer Uses in Education, Creativity, Electronic Mail, Elementary Secondary Education
Peer reviewedBeazley, Malcolm R. – Journal of Reading, 1989
Describes the Computer Pals across the World Project, which provides an opportunity for students to write letters, poetry, reports, and newspaper articles for fellow students around the globe. Argues that it provides a real context for developing reading and writing abilities, cultural awareness, motivation, and keyboarding skills. (RS)
Descriptors: Computer Uses in Education, Cultural Exchange, Electronic Mail, Elementary Secondary Education
