Methods of Teaching Writing Across the Curriculum – ENGL 654

CG • Section 8WK • 11/08/2019 to 04/16/2020 • Modified 09/05/2023

Course Description

This course is a study of the theories, practices, and different scenarios of writing to learn, including pedagogy of using writing as a means of learning in the English classroom and within the disciplines.

For information regarding prerequisites for this course, please refer to the Academic Course Catalog.

Rationale

This course will prepare teacher candidates and teachers of middle school, high school, and college to teach effectively writing across the curriculum with sensitivity to multiculturalism, and ability to teach throughout the disciplines or interdisciplinary, and the mission of promoting biblical literacy.

Course Assignment

Textbook Readings and Lecture Notes

 

Course Requirements Checklist Quiz

After reading the Syllabus and Student Expectations, the student will complete the related checklist found in the Course Overview.

Discussions (6)

The candidate will participate in discussions intended for interactive reflection. Each will be completed in two parts: an original thread in response to the instructor’s prompt and three replies to classmates’ threads. This constitutes minimum participation. In order to earn full credit for each discussion, you must post at least 4 times (one initial thread and three replies). Each part should be submitted by the stated due date and time provided in the relevant modules. 

Journal Entry Assignments (6)

The candidate will be asked to submit a journal entry based on the topics presented in the modules. Additionally, the candidate can use the journal entries to record individual thoughts, opinions, ideas, and impressions. Each journal entry is formatted in APA style and will be submitted by the last day of each Module.

Lesson Plan Assignments (2)

During the course, the candidate will be directed to create 2 lesson plans for various types of writing assignments based on specific topics provided by the instructor.

Grading Rubric Assignment

Candidates will choose a writing assignment within their own content area and create the assignment instruction and grading rubric for the assignment. The assignment should be very specific and the final product should be either a descriptive or a narrative writing assignment. The assignment is submitted in current APA formatting with a title page, Abstract summary, assignment prompt, and ending with a Reference page. 

Writing Expectations Handout Assignment

In Module 5: Week 5, the candidate will create and submit a 1-page handout that explains to his/her hypothetical students the writing guidelines and expectations for the class. The textbook contains valuable information regarding the type of criteria that should be included on the handout; however, the candidate should be creative with the format of the document. The assignment is submitted in current APA formatting with a title page, Abstract summary, assignment prompt, and ending with a Reference page. 

Annotated Bibliography Assignment

During Module 6: Week 6, the candidate will select 5 articles from scholarly sources that integrate writing strategies in various content areas and compile an Annotated Bibliography that includes both a summary and critical analysis of the article formatted in proper APA style. The articles will be used as support in the final Presentation assignment submitted during Module 8.

Linked Assignment Instructions Sheet Assignment

Beginning in Module 6 and completing in Module 7, the candidate will develop an assignment instructions document that incorporates a theme or topic across 2 content areas. The instructions must contain some writing component. The assignment is submitted in current APA formatting with a title page, Abstract summary, assignment prompt, and ending with a Reference page. 

Graphic Organizer Assignment

In Module 8: Week 8, the candidate will choose a subject from within his/her own content area and use a graphic organizer to describe that subject from the perspective of 5 or more different ethnic groups and/or gender groups. The assignment is submitted in current APA formatting with a title page, Abstract summary, assignment prompt, and ending with a Reference page. 

Presentation Assignment

The candidate will create an electronic presentation that convinces colleagues of the importance of writing in ALL content areas. At least 3 sources from the Annotated Bibliography plus the textbook will be incorporated as support, and at least 2 of the sample assignments from the course will be integrated into the 10+ slide presentation formatted using proper APA style.