Addressing the Problem of Writing Assessment and Transfer with Writing Self-Efficacy Theory
2012 CCCC Session Presentation Draft Early draft with references
Read MoreDigital Connections and Learning Styles
Written with Julie Davis and Letitia Harding (chapter in The Handbook of Research on Virtual Environments for Corporate Education and Employee Learning edited by William Ritke-Jones), published Spring 2010 Online or e-learning is increasingly becoming an integral part of education and training programs both in the academic world and in industry. This chapter includes a study…
Read MoreThe Need for Rules: Determining the Usability of Adding Audio to the MOO
With Lora Arduser, Julie Davis, Rob Evans, Christine Hubbell, Cheri Mullins and Chris Ryan. Computers and Composition, 28 (2011). This usability study assesses the impact on user experience when audio is added to a text-based MOO classroom in a large distance learning Ph.D. program. We found that the addition of audio to this text-based, synchronous…
Read MoreA Study of Writing Self-Efficacy in Adults
Given the powerful influence writing self-efficacy exerts over writing performance, it is essential we increase our understanding of writing self-efficacy and its sources. As writing is now understood to be a social act, it is also important that we specficially look at writing self-efficacy sources that are socially influenced. This study focuses on the impact…
Read MoreCollaboration in the Composition Classroom
Study examining the collaboration of three composition instructors using shared assignments, rubrics, and assessment procedures in a first-year writing program at a state university. The findings indicate the benefits of collaboration to the instructors extend beyond what was learned from the assessment procedure. Academic Exchange Quarterly, Winter 2009 (30% acceptance rate)
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