Towards Enhancing Written Communication Skills in the Army: Cognitive and Metacognitive Perspective

Abstract

This report presents a selective review of the psychological literature on writing. The aim is to provide an overview of pertinent research findings and instructional technology to assist in the development of effective programs for enhancing soldiers' written communication skills. The first section of the report focuses on issues of writing competence in the Army. The second reviews basic research on cognitive and metacognitive aspects of writing. The final section is concerned with instructional implications and focuses primarily on the potential contributions of computer software.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Aug 01, 1987
Accession Number
ADA197396

Entities

People

  • Linda Baker

Organizations

  • Battelle Memorial Institute

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Human Systems

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Cognition
  • Cognitive Science
  • Computer Programs
  • Computers
  • Doctrine
  • Education
  • Educational Technology
  • Enlisted Personnel
  • Grammars
  • Instructors
  • Language
  • Military Personnel
  • Personnel Management
  • Psychology
  • Social Sciences
  • Students

Fields of Study

  • Education

Readers

  • Instructional Design and Training Evaluation.