The tools allow writers to save and print out the text to help them generate first drafts. Teachers can compose their own Invent questions to supplement the twelve standard sets which come with the software. Write is a streamlined word processor which allows you to teach writing, not word-processing. Respond allows writers to call up drafts and other documents for on-line analysis and review.
Writers can save and print their text to use as they work on other assignments.
Prompts can be modified to suit the assignment, ranging from peer review to document analysis. Mail acts as the central switchboard for class communications, from private mail to group work. Date, time, and receipt stamps make it an effective class management tool. Transcripts of these discussions are recorded and are available for viewing and printing. BiblioCite prompts writers to record bibliographic entries and maintains them in a database of sources.