Research on Revision in Writing

Volume: 57, Issue: 4, Pages: 481 - 506
Published: Jan 1, 1987
Abstract
Views of revision and its role in writing have changed dramatically over the last two decades. This article first presents a historical perspective on revision and suggests a contemporary definition of revision. Next, it reviews research methods for examining revision. The evolving methods mirror the recent reconceptualization of revision by enabling investigation of the following: meaningful revision activity, not just editorial actions; the...
Paper Details
Title
Research on Revision in Writing
Published Date
Jan 1, 1987
Volume
57
Issue
4
Pages
481 - 506
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