"The Autobiography of Malcolm X" as a Basic Writing Text.

Sirc, Geoffrey

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ERIC Number: EJ486289

Record Type: Journal

Publication Date: 1994

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"The Autobiography of Malcolm X" as a Basic Writing Text.

Sirc, Geoffrey

Journal of Basic Writing, v13 n1 p50-77 Spr 1994

Presents "The Autobiography of Malcolm X" as an effective text for the basic writing classroom. Describes how this book affirms literacy skills and charts perceptual growth. Claims that this text is effective in helping students understand the passion and strength of character necessary for any writer's growth. (HB)

Descriptors: Autobiographies, Basic Skills, Basic Writing, English Instruction, Higher Education, Literary Criticism, Personal Narratives, Self Concept, Writing Skills

Publication Type: Opinion Papers; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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