Examining a Potential Paper Topic
http://www.engl.niu.edu/sourcebook/II-5-9.html

English Department, Northern Illinois University


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This writing exercise, designed by the department of English at Northern Illinois University, provides students with the opportunity to think through paper topics before actually writing essays. The activity it allows two classmates to respond to the topic and ask questions regarding the topic. Then the original student is asked to respond to her/his classmates questions and concerns. Students also develop computer skills such as word processing. This exercise is part of a greater NIU writing module.

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