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| Writing Program Administration | 5 |
Author
| Ashton-Jones, Evelyn | 1 |
| Hairston, Maxine | 1 |
| Olson, Gary A. | 1 |
| Polin, Linda | 1 |
| Raines, Helon Howell | 1 |
| White, Edward M. | 1 |
| Wright, Richard R. | 1 |
Publication Type
| Journal Articles | 5 |
| Opinion Papers | 2 |
| Reports - Research | 2 |
| Reports - Descriptive | 1 |
| Tests/Questionnaires | 1 |
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Hairston, Maxine – Writing Program Administration, 1988
Argues that, although a split between literature and composition may create major problems and involve major risks, it can and must be done for the future of the profession. (JK)
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, English Curriculum, English Departments, Higher Education
White, Edward M.; Polin, Linda – Writing Program Administration, 1984
Finds sharp and definable differences in faculty attitudes toward and beliefs about the teaching of composition.
Descriptors: College Faculty, Educational Cooperation, English Departments, Higher Education
Raines, Helon Howell – Writing Program Administration, 1988
Explores contextual differences between writing courses in two-year colleges and courses in four-year colleges and universities. Attempts to promote understanding of two-year college contexts in order to foster improved dialogue among teachers at all types of institutions. (MS)
Descriptors: Administrator Role, College English, College Faculty, Community Colleges
Wright, Richard R. – Writing Program Administration, 1985
Describes a program of the Graduate College at Iowa State University that features an "English examiner" who screens incoming students for writing ability. (FL)
Descriptors: English Departments, Graduate Students, Higher Education, Program Content
Olson, Gary A.; Ashton-Jones, Evelyn – Writing Program Administration, 1988
Surveys freshman English directors in order to help define the role of the writing center director. Discusses how writing center directors are viewed within English departments. Appends the questionnaire used. (MS)
Descriptors: Administrator Attitudes, Administrator Role, College English, English Departments
