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Writing to Give Purpose By Kirsten K. Meymaris Math students often struggle to see the relevance of mathematical concepts, routinely disengaging when concepts feel abstract or disconnected from real life. This blog post provides some insight into intentionally designing writing assignments that transform student perceptions by grounding mathematical skills in…
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A Case for “I” in Academic Writing
By Jan Watson The long-held tradition of avoiding “I” and eschewing the use of first-person pronouns in academic writing is premised upon the goal of…
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Empowering Voices and Building Trust:
Using Interpersonal Skills to Motivate and Engage Students in College Writing By Beth Lee With stress and anxiety significantly impacting students’ learning ability, instructors can…
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To Grade or Not to Grade?
Pedagogical Opportunities and Practical Considerations for College Writing Instructors By Dr. Stephanie Thompson This post reflects on my challenges with the college writing and grading…
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How Scheduling May Impact Attrition and Passing Rates
By Melissa Bahle The purpose of this research project is to determine whether students with Wednesday/Thursday Seminars have higher pass rates and lower attrition rates…
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