Chairperson, Graduate Committee: Kirk BranchShober, Kacie Ann2013-06-252013-06-252007https://scholarworks.montana.edu/handle/1/2271Students' previous experiences have contributed to their loss of voice in writing. Through the examination of historical events that occurred within the basic reading and writing classroom, a significant separation between students and what is deemed as academically appropriate writing is apparent. By exploring the dynamics of students and the established curriculum, the argument can be made that through a multigenre project students are able to reconnect with writing and rediscover their voice.enEnglish language--Study and teachingComposition (Language arts)Teachers--Training ofProfessional PaperCopyright 2007 by Kacie Ann Shober