| EH 601 Writing Pedagogy - Syllabus |
Spring 2007
W 5.30-8.20p, MH 208
Instructor: Dr. Shattuck
Office: Morton Hall 222C
Phone: 824.2381
Office Hours: W 3.30-5.30p
Email: sdshattuck@gmail.com
Course Description: Analysis of and research on the teaching of writing. (3 hrs.) Prerequisites: to be specified as courses are announced.
We will investigate the art and science of teaching writing through intensive engagement with composition theory and practice. Central to this investigation is our own writing: What kind of writers are we? What do we embrace, enjoy, avoid? What role does writing play in our own education, teaching, and scholarship?
Textbooks:
Other resources:
How do we get there? We will read copiously; in addition to the instructor-selected texts, we will also read selections chosen by all class participants. Blogs and double-entry journals will deepen our reading, and we will rotate facilitation of our discussions of those readings. We will also write copiously. In-class writing (freewriting/timed writing practice at the start and end of each class, response groups) and writing outside of class (blogs, work on ongoing projects) will keep our writing muscles finely tuned. We will also share our writing through blogs, response groups, and reading aloud. Sharing progress and obstacles in our individual research projects will provide support for the often solitary work of research while also building a vibrant community of scholars.
Evaluation: The plus/minus scale used in the University is as follows:
| A+ 97-100 | B+ 87-89 | C+ 77-79 | D+ 67-69 | F less than 60 |
| A 93-96 | B 83-86 | C 73-76 | D 63-66 | |
| A- 90-92 | B- 80-82 | C- 70-72 | D- 60-62 |
Attendance: This class covers a lot, moves at a quick pace, and relies on everyone's participation, so attendance is crucial. Students who miss more than two class sessions will be unable to pass the course. Two instances of tardiness or partial class attendance will count as one absence.
Time commitment: Graduate courses typically require three to four hours of work per hour of class time, so please plan to spend nine to twelve hours per week (beyond class meetings) on class responsibilities.
Late work: Because we meet only once a week, late work will most likely derail both individual and class progress, so please ensure timely completion of your responsibilities. If you're having trouble completing your assignments, please talk to me.
Academic honesty: Please familiarize yourself with University policy as stated in the Student Handbook (7.III.A). Plagiarism can result in failure in the course and temporary or permanent removal from the University.
Americans with disabilities: The Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504) and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 state that qualified students with disabilities who meet the essential functions and academic requirements are entitled to reasonable accommodations. Please speak with me at the beginning of the course if you have disabilities that fall within the guidelines.
Statement on discrimination/harassment: The University and the Alabama State Board of Education are committed to providing both employment and educational environments free of harassment or discrimination related to an individual's race, color, gender, religion, national origin, age, or disability. Such harassment is a violation of State Board of Education policy. Any practice or behavior that constitutes harassment or discrimination will not be tolerated.
last revised: 12 jan. 2007
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