Our Class Blog
Come along as we explore the academic and professional sides of writing. New posts arrive each week throughout the semester.
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Writing the right words
Writing that begins with an “I” can become more interesting. Writing authentically encourages readers to connect with you on a deeper level.
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How do literacies plural affect you professionally?
Plural literacies affect me professionally by influencing me to improve my ability to collaborate and communicate with coworkers professionally.
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Why study Writing?
Writing is a fundamental ability that we use in our everyday lives. Communication is essential when writing emails, text messages, reports, or essays.
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Here’s Why You Need To Study Writing
Elizabeth Wardle and Catherine Savini provide insight into the complexities of writing, proving why it should be studied.
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Understanding Significance of Writing as a means of Identity
A deep dive on Wardle’s text discussing how your writing in a professional setting can have an impact on ones identity.
Categories
- About the Class (3)
- Overview, Wk 1: Why Study Writing? (84)
- Topic 1: Literacy (171)
- Topic 2: Discourse Communities (216)
- Wk 4: Concept of Discourse Community (59)
- Wk 5: Authority (73)
- Wk 6: Identity (66)
- Topic 3: Process (316)
- Wk 10: Collaboration and Failure (73)
- Wk 7: Process Metaphors (81)
- Wk 8: First Drafts (80)
- Wk 9: Revising (78)
- Topic 4: Technology (168)
- Topic 5: Professionalism (161)
- Wk 13: Professional Writers (82)
- Wk 14: Employment (79)
- Uncategorized (51)
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