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Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2006
Pages: 6
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Improving Sentences via Sentence Combining Instruction
Saddler, Bruce
Language and Literacy Spectrum, v16 p27-32 2006
In this article a method to improve sentence writing ability called sentence combining is explained. The potential effects of sentence combining are related and relevant research summarized. In addition, how to introduce sentence combining practice to a class, key instructional components including oral practice and peer assistance, sources of material and creation of exercises, and grading criteria are discussed.
Descriptors: Writing Instruction, Teaching Methods, Writing Ability, Writing Improvement, Sentences, Sentence Structure, Writing Exercises, Oral Reading, Class Activities, Transformational Generative Grammar, Grading
New York State Reading Association. PO Box 874, Albany, NY 12201. Tel: 518-434-4748; e-mail: tlalspectrum@mville.edu; Web site: http://www.nysreading.org/
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Language: English
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