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McAndrew, Donald A. | 1 |
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McAndrew, Donald A. – Journal of Basic Writing, 1990
Examines the relationship between handwriting speed and the syntactic complexity of the finished piece of writing. Reports that findings support previous research that describes differences in syntax of basic and traditional writers. Concludes that writing teachers should encourage college students to write rapidly as they draft their pieces. (MM)
Descriptors: Basic Writing, Handwriting, Higher Education, Writing Processes