'Not Grandfather's Comp. Class': Model Mixes Face Time and Technology.

The article discusses an educational framework used in freshman-level composition courses at the University of Maryland Baltimore County (UMBC) which utilizes small discussion groups to prepare students for writing assignments. Noted goals of the approach include increasing the academic achievement of students, improving contact among students and instructors, and promoting more student-to-student discussions. Opinions from students and professors are also included.