On Location: Theory And Practice In Classroom-Based Writing Tutoring
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Overview
Classroom-based writing tutoring is a distinct form of writing support, a hybrid instructional method that engages multiple voices and texts within the college classroom. Tutors work on location in the thick of writing instruction and writing activity.
On Location is the first volume to discuss this emerging practice in a methodical way. The essays in this collection integrate theory and practice to highlight the alliances and connections on-location tutoring offers while suggesting strategies for resolving its conflicts. Contributors examine classroom-based tutoring programs located in composition courses as well as in writing intensive courses across the disciplines.
Synopsis
Spigelman (writing, Penn State Berks-Lehigh Valley College) and Grobman (English, Penn State University) assemble 13 essays on the practice of on-location writing programs, which are provided in the classroom during actual instruction in the form of tutoring, workshops, and presentations. US contributors in the fields of writing, English, and education offer essays that incorporate their specific programs and experiences with peer tutors, general readers, peer response groups, community learning, and developing trust. Pedagogical considerations explored are combining classroom and tutoring environments, peer power and authority, and revision in peer groups. Authors also consider authority issues such as power and supervision, tutor identity, peer consultants, democratic learning sites, and institutional change. Annotation ©2006 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR