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Introduction to Writing Center Theory and Practice

General

Prefix

ENGL

Course Number

353

Course Level

Undergraduate

Department/Unit(s)

College/School

College of Liberal Arts

Description

Writing center scholarship and pedagogy: literacy theory, composition theory, history of individualized writing instruction; diversity and politics of literacy education; development of reflective tutoring practices. Required of all undergraduate students seeking employment as coaches in the writing center.

Prerequisites

Credits

Min

4

Max

4

Repeatable

No

Goals and Diversity

MN Goal Course

No

Cultural Diversity

No

Learning Outcomes

Outcome

Evaluate writing center activity using basic theoretical perspectives from the fields of writing center studies, ESL, and composition.

Outcome

Analyze various writing assignments, rhetorical situations, and audiences.

Outcome

Evaluate ethical issues regarding professionalism, confidentiality, and the use of technology in the writing center.

Outcome

Apply appropriate strategies for tutoring specific populations of students.

Course Outline

Course Outline

Writing centers in cultural and socio-historical context. 20% Principles and theories for the teaching of writing. 20% Writing center functions and operations. 20% Reflective practices. 20% Assessment methods. 20%

Dependencies

Programs

ENGL353 is a completion requirement for: