Description
As generative AI develops and becomes a larger presence in student life and education, some faculty have become more interested in writing that takes place in the classroom. How can we avoid the reduction of writing to mere summary and exam writing to ensure that teaching writing remains a critical tool for developing analytical thinking? This workshop invites faculty to consider a form of in-class writing that has long been a hallmark of writing across the curriculum pedagogy, writing to learn: low-stakes, frequent opportunities for students to use writing to explore ideas, make connections, test their understanding, and prepare for more formal assignments.
Workshop participants will consider multiple models of writing-to-learn activities as well as how to align them with discipline-specific learning and communication practices. Time will be set aside to design an in-class writing activity that can be immediately implemented into your course. We will also discuss practical strategies for prompting students to write more without creating an unsustainable grading burden.
Lunch will be provided for the first 10 people who register. Everyone is welcome to attend after the first 10 spots are filled, but late registrants should plan to bring their own lunch.
Please RSVP by Friday, 10/23.
We look forward to seeing you there!