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Dalton, David W.; Hannafin, Michael J. – Journal of Educational Research, 1987
In order to study the effects of a year-long word processing program on holistic writing skills, seventh-grade students used a word processor three times per week to complete writing assignments while the control group used pen and paper. Writing samples taken upon completion of the treatment were analyzed. Results are discussed. (Author/MT)
Descriptors: Grade 7, Junior High Schools, Revision (Written Composition), Word Processing