For those of you who were unable to attend the College Composition Orientation during August, you should stop by my office (CAS 324) to pick up your copy of the the orientation materials.
During our first class on Monday, September 10, we will go over the theory and practices outlined in the orientation materials - and plan or agenda for the up-coming term. I have selected a textbook (a collection of readings on teaching writing) and developed a sample/possible calendar, and I am willing and able to provide guidance in the areas you want to work on to strengthen your teaching. That said - our first day of class will be devoted to creating the course calendar for THIS course - to ensure that you cover the materials that will best prepare you for your future teaching.
At the Orientation, I asked for a listing of College Composition Instructors who would be interested in having a graduate student intern (you) in their classes - and more than a third of the instructors volunteered - so they are very enthusiastic to have you in their classes. During our first night of class we will also spend some time looking over the available schedules and matching you up with a Teacher-mentor.
This is the first time we are offering a teaching apprenticeship for our graduate students - and everyone I have worked with during development for the course has regarded it as a much needed addition to our writing studies program. I am excited to get started - and looking forward to working with you!
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