Dangerous Knowledge: Some Uses of Oversimplification by Basic Writers.

Thorne, Sheila

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ERIC Number: EJ475665

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1992

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Dangerous Knowledge: Some Uses of Oversimplification by Basic Writers.

Thorne, Sheila

Journal of Teaching Writing, v11 n2 p263-78 1992

Addresses the problem of oversimplification among basic writers. Investigates the strategies and assumptions of basic writers in moving to oversimplify their writing. Presents case studies involving basic writers and analyzes them to determine the causes of oversimplification. (HB)

Descriptors: Basic Writing, Case Studies, English Curriculum, English Instruction, Higher Education, Writing Evaluation, Writing Research, Writing Strategies

Publication Type: Reports - Research; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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