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Journal Writing In The Classroom: Chore Or Delight?, Jennifer Karchmer, Anya Nakrokhina Jan 2008

Journal Writing In The Classroom: Chore Or Delight?, Jennifer Karchmer, Anya Nakrokhina

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Research Questions:

  1. What are some attitudes and behavioral trends of students toward a journal writing assignment?
  2. How effective is a journal writing assignment in the classroom?
  3. How can a journal writing assignment be improved for both students and instructor?

Method:

Quantitative data based on 39 surveys administered during Fall 2007 quarter at WWU to COMM318 Professional Communication students. Also, this study included student journals (about 10-pages each) with qualitative comments.