[nabs-l] Writing Skills

[Ashley Bramlett]

Deb,
What was your major and just what are your weaknesses? Your question is 
general. But I'll say that yes many college grads are poor writers. As I 
said in my last email, they do not teach you how to write well in college. 
Grammar is no longer taught in grade school or college; well, my freshman 
professor addressed a little, but hardly. Writing techniques were only 
taught in english. Due to the fact that english composition is only required 
for two classes typically, many students do not polish their writing skills. 
Another issue is the reliance  on multiple choice exams these days; even 
short answer exams do not force you to write and think much. So, it’s the 
educational system to some extent.

No, its not just you with poor writing skills. We all need improvement. So 
I'm sure you can improve with some help. Reading about writing techniques as 
well as just reading articles in your disipline will help.

Ashley

-----Original Message----- 
From: Deb Mendelsohn
Sent: Friday, July 13, 2012 9:06 AM
To: National Association of Blind Students mailing list
Subject: [nabs-l] Writing Skills

Hi all,
Let me rephrase my query:  I'm wondering how an individual, as myself, can
graduate with a BA 3.46gpa and have poor writing skills?  Is it the
educational system or a lack of experience on my end?
Thank you.
Deb
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