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Peer reviewedOlson, Gary A. – Journal of Advanced Composition, 1986
Suggests that generational cliches exist, and that it is necessary to redefine both the conception of cliches and pedagogical approaches to them. (MS)
Descriptors: Cliches, College Freshmen, Figurative Language, Freshman Composition
Peer reviewedOlson, Gary A. – College English, 1982
Submits classroom research on students' recognition of cliches. Notes that many beginning writers are unfamiliar with many cliches. Suggests that teachers should be aware of students' limited language experiences and adjust their teaching methods accordingly. (RL)
Descriptors: Cliches, College English, Course Content, Educational Research
