Faculty

Many scholars have articulated the importance of the reading/writing connection in education, but while faculty often assign reading (textbooks, journal articles, etc.), we typically do not spend much time teaching how to read effectively. This workshop provides instruction on strategies for effectively taking notes, critically engaging readings, and enabling students...

Grading writing is one of the most difficult tasks that faculty members face. However, this task can be made both easier and more effective—not to mention quicker—by following some specific principles and strategies. Based on how students read and respond to comments, attendees will learn how to focus their reading,...

One of the central elements of effective teaching is scaffolding assignments in order to enable student learning and achieve course goals. In this workshop, we will define the four types of course goals and identify what those goals are for your course. Building on your specific goals, we will work...

A common frustration for faculty is that students do not produce the type and level of writing that is expected. This workshop, designed for teachers at all levels of experience, will introduce elements of designing and creating effective writing assignments, including format and structure, activating prior knowledge, and designed intent...

If you aren’t currently using Canvas to teach writing, you should be. Our LMS enables a seamless connection between assignments, submissions, peer reviews, grades, and revisions. Attendees will learn how to create assignments and modules in Canvas, use Turnitin effectively, and enable and evaluate constructive peer review. We will also...

This workshop is designed for those teaching Summer and Maymester courses who are interested in ways to integrate writing into their courses. The workshop will cover the redesign of course goals and activities, including how to adapt current assignments to short-term courses, how to scaffold in-class activities, and how to...