Faculty Mentor/Sponsor
Dr. Linda Spears-Bunton
Document Type
Paper
Manuscript Type
perspective
Keywords
quantitative, essay, explanatory
Description
Studies indicate that boys do not excel in writing to the same extent as girls. This study examined 6th grade boys’ experiences progressing from writing personal narratives to expository responses. The study suggests that employing boys’ preference for writing narratives may improve their writing proficiency.
Identifier
FIDC005786
Transitioning From Narrative to Expository in the Middle School: A Look at Boys’ Preferred Writing Techniques
Studies indicate that boys do not excel in writing to the same extent as girls. This study examined 6th grade boys’ experiences progressing from writing personal narratives to expository responses. The study suggests that employing boys’ preference for writing narratives may improve their writing proficiency.