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Spinner, Jenny – Writing On the Edge, 2001
Proposes that it is essential for creative nonfiction writers to establish a personal ethics of telling. Contends that it is irresponsible of college writing teachers to allow students to think of classrooms as extended diaries where all that matters is that the student get it down on the page. Concludes that in the end, each writer is accountable…
Descriptors: Essays, Ethics, Higher Education, Personal Narratives

Hunter-Carsch, C. Morag – Reading, 1990
Deals with university faculty's and students' perceptions of essay-writing difficulties in examinations and on coursework and ways to improve these problems. Offers a framework for analyzing types of writing problems and offering support. (MG)
Descriptors: College Faculty, Content Area Writing, Essays, Higher Education