This short article describes steps for instructors and students in establishing the process for completing a group writing project.

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Strengths

It is short and easy to use. It can be applied various disciplines and content areas. It could easily be independently read by students to help their group establish their own process and expectations (rather than an instructor-driven process).

Concerns

Some ideas may be a bit vague. Students may need assistance from instructor in making some decisions.

Recommendations for Use

By instructors, this can be used when initially planning a group writing project. Instructors could also assign this to students to read and request that students establish their own process based on the information from this article.