Harnessing the Power of Technology to Facilitate Student Writing
Tuesday, August 16, 2022 | 2:30 pm – 4:00 pm | Drinko Library 402
Panelists:
- Prof. Bill Gardner, Associate Professor in the Department of Cyber Forensics & Security
- Prof. Sabrina Jones, Instructor in the Department of English
- Prof. Siham El-Ougli, Instructor, English Language Institute
- Dr. Jill Underhill, Director of the Writing Across the Curriculum Program and Associate Professor in the Department of Communication Studies
Lecture Abstract:
A variety of technological innovations are available for facilitating writing within courses. This faculty panel will discuss various ways they have integrated technology into their courses to help students learn to write and write to learn. Session topics will include: teaching writing in HyFlex learning environments, using Microsoft Sway to increase student engagement with writing, using Grammarly as a teaching tool, and how technology can help us bridge equity gaps when teaching diverse learners.