ENGL 380

Fall 2021 All Classes

All Classes

Credit: 3 hours.

Advanced-level work in the field of Writing Studies. Building upon a traditional disciplinary understanding of writing as rhetoric, this course invites students to call upon sociological, anthropological, and/or ideological approaches to the study of writing in order to understand the myriad ways that writing makes meaning(s). See Class Schedule for topics.

May be repeated in separate terms to a maximum of 6 hours. Prerequisite: Completion of the Composition I requirement.

ENGL 380 class schedule data for fall 2021
CRN Type Section Time Day Location Instructor Section Details
64345
Lecture-Discussion
Q
10:00AM -10:50AM
MWF
150 English Building
McDuffie, K
Part of Term:
1
Date Range:
08/23/21-12/08/21
Section Title:
Topics In Writing Studies
Section Info:
English 380: #Writing for Social Justice Fall 2021 - From #MeToo to #BlackLivesMatter, social justice movements in the 21st century are primarily organized and networked through Twitter and other digital networks. This class draws upon theories and research from digital rhetoric and cultural studies to examine social justice activism facilitated through social media. Throughout the semester, students will research and analyze hashtag movements as well as develop their own online writing skills. Coursework includes active engagement in assigned readings, class discussion, and written assignments. For the final project, students will apply the course material to their individual interests, areas of expertise, and/or professional field.
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