To prepare instructors to teach online versions of English 420, Business Writing, and English 421, Technical Writing, at Purdue University by introducing relevant theories and teaching strategies through readings, class discussion, and hands-on workshops . The main objective of this practicum is to encourage your pedagogical, technical, and professional development.
Regular attendance is necessary to receive a passing grade for the course.
Please contact us if you are unable to attend a meeting. Templates for your course syllabus, schedule, projects, and student pages will be provided. You will be responsible for contextualizing these templates in relationship to your individual teaching. Your participation in the mentoring will include reading assigned materials, developing and sharing teaching materials, presenting resources to the group, participating in the Professional Writing Showcase at the end of the semester, and discussing issues on the mentoring listserv. Another requirement of the mentoring is your participation in peer and mentor teaching observations.