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In some perfect Platonic realm there is no dichotomy between teaching the use of computer tools and teaching writing. On earth, in Ohio, at Ohio University, during junior composition there seems to be an unavoidable divide. Are we learning how to write or are we learning how to use a wiki or MOO? We are attempting to do both. And we are reaching for some understanding of how they might inform or complement each other. And we are not always succeeding.

Functional literacy - being able to use technology, technology that is increasingly becoming part of our lives, is an important part of general literacy. Yes, we are attempting to do both, but we should be. I don't think it is some part of some Platonic realm, but related to the real world - one which is technologically rich.