Why johnny cant write

Return to Book Page. Linden ,. Arthur Whimbey. The authors of this book, both experienced teachers, examine the controversy surrounding two popular methods for teaching writing -- the process approach and its offspring, Writing Across the Curriculum.

Both have recently been called into question for their ineffectiveness. An alternative lesser-known procedure called sentence combining, which has been proven successful i The authors of this book, both experienced teachers, examine the controversy surrounding two popular methods for teaching writing -- the process approach and its offspring, Writing Across the Curriculum. An alternative lesser-known procedure called sentence combining, which has been proven successful in numerous studies over the past fifteen years, finally is gaining the attention it deserves.

Using the sentence combining approach, the authors present a rationale for re-thinking and re-tooling the English classroom and consequently making the entire educational system work more effectively. This book is useful for teachers at any level, especially those involved in writing instruction. It is also worthwhile reading for those wishing to improve their writing skills.

Doing the sample exercises will strengthen writing skills and provide a solid foundation for a lifelong program of language growth. Get A Copy. Paperback , pages. More Details Original Title. Other Editions 1. Friend Reviews. To see what your friends thought of this book, please sign up. To ask other readers questions about Why Johnny Can't Write , please sign up.

Be the first to ask a question about Why Johnny Can't Write. Lists with This Book. This book is not yet featured on Listopia. When recruiters were asked in a separate question what changes business schools should make to meet employers' needs, the recruiters overwhelmingly called for something different: practical experience.

Help from some companies The good news for job seekers is that some companies are providing help with writing. Lowsky estimates that Right Management is seeing an increase of 20 to 25 percent in the number of clients investing in career development for employees, including improving their communication skills.

Rowe Price has been working independently on employees' communication skills for some time. With offices in multiple time zones and time sensitive investment decisions to make, the firm's leaders understand that clear communications are essential. A number of senior people at the firm may work with analysts and portfolio managers on their communications, but Garry Cosnett, head of global equity communications, does it full time.

Cosnett spends considerable time with newly hired analysts, helping them learn to organize their writing and make it clear and persuasive. Another part of his job is to read writing samples from prospective hires, often second year MBA candidates. Rowe Price tends to hire graduates of the most selective business schools, along with some lateral hires from other firms — but even for this elite group, writing can be a challenge, Cosnett says.

Some new hires are skeptical, he said. Job skills gap: the basics become a problem. Six college courses that help grads land jobs. Employers: 'Skills gap' is not our problem to fix. Others say colleges aren't doing a good job. In a survey of employers published earlier this year by the Association of American Colleges and Universities and conducted by Hart Research Associates, 80 percent said colleges should focus more on written and oral communication. Read more : Six college courses that help grads land jobs.

William Ellet, an adjunct professor teaching writing at Brandeis International Business School, says the problem starts even earlier.

He points out that when the Department of Education in published what it called "The Nation's Report Card: Writing ," just 24 percent of eighth and 12th graders were proficient in writing. From colleges on down, he said, "nobody takes responsibility for writing instruction. Ellet, who previously taught writing at Harvard Business School, says the problem persists even into business school— and he believes the problem isn't related to technology.

Luckily for Ellet, his students have plenty of motivation to improve. Read more : Employers: 'Skills gap' is not our problem to fix. It's not just anecdotal: In a survey of corporate recruiters by the Graduate Management Admission Council, the organization that administers the standardized test for business school, 86 percent said strong communication skills were a priority—well ahead of the next skill.

Oddly, though, when recruiters were asked in a separate question what changes business schools should make to meet employers' needs, the recruiters overwhelmingly called for something different: practical experience. Read more : HR staffs, recruiters overlook qualified job seekers.