WR 450 - Community Writing: Theory and Practice

Credits: 4
Introduces community literacy theories and writing pedagogies with the practical aim of preparing students for work in community writing centers. Students read and explore writing center theory and tutoring pedagogy to gain practice-based knowledge for assessing student writing across multiple disciplines and knowledge levels, utilizing various tutoring strategies, and working with multilingual writers. In addition, the course examines the challenges and benefits involved in community writing projects, from both logistical and philosophical standpoints, by considering definitions of “community” and “literacy,” and exploring what is “exchanged” in these collaborative partnerships. Students participate in and reflect on weekly tutoring assignments at targeted community partners.

Course Restrictions: Senior standing
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