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ENGG 850 - Theory and Practice of Teaching Composition

3 credits
A systematic review of research in and theories of composition, designed to provide experienced writing teachers with the tools to analyze and strengthen their pedagogies and new teachers with a variety of frameworks within which to locate themselves and develop effective pedagogies. Surveys the history of composition theory and reviews the major theoretical movements in the field today. Explores the practice of composition in light of the various composition theories. Practices examined include textbook selection, syllabus preparation, classroom strategies, assignment design, drafts and revisions, responses to writing, peer-group editing sessions, one-to-one conferences, computers and computer networks, and methods of evaluation. Signature of instructor required for registration.


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