Culture as an Instructional Resource in the Multiethnic Composition Classroom.

Patthey-Chavez, G. Genevieve; Gergen, Constance

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ERIC Number: EJ444244

Record Type: Journal

Publication Date: 1992

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Culture as an Instructional Resource in the Multiethnic Composition Classroom.

Patthey-Chavez, G. Genevieve; Gergen, Constance

Journal of Basic Writing, v11 n1 p75-96 Spr 1992

Suggests that the cultural diversity of the English-as-a-Second-Language (ESL) classroom can enhance instruction. Proposes application of Paulo Freire's problem-posing approach to teaching basic college writing in the multiethnic setting. Identifies teaching principles that have proven useful in urban testing. Discusses the integration of problem posing and traditional writing assignments. (SG)

Descriptors: Basic Writing, Classroom Environment, Cultural Influences, English (Second Language), Higher Education, Teacher Student Relationship, Theory Practice Relationship, Urban Education, Writing Assignments

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Language: English

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