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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]If it helps them with the process, organizing thoughts, fine. It's not going to make them surpass a child who is naturally an extraordinary writer so don't get upset about it.[/quote]

And what if it does?  Would you be opposed to it then?[/quote]

There is no such thing as a "naturally extraordinary writer." Writers learn to write by reading and writing on a regular basis. It's learned. Rince, repeat. Writing is probably the skill that is most easily learned from experience; unfortunately, there are not many shortcuts for learning how to use language well.

I think a tutor who helps a student to problems in writing and provides individualized feedback can help a great deal. In fact, its lack of such consistent practice and feedback that makes so many students poor at writing. Combined with regular reading, its a great idea.

Of course, this instruction should never include writing essays for students. That goes without saying.

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*a student WITH writing problems
*its=it's

Yes, the irony of my needing to correct these mistypes is not lost on me. At least I know to be horrified when I edit. :)[/quote]

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