Encouraging A Different View of Writing: Transitioning to a Multimodal Model of Writing in WAC Courrses

Today, most critics agree that an increased focus on visual, audio, and technological elements of writing (commonly known as multimodal writing) are necessary to prepare students for employments in the real world. So, how do these calls actually change writing instruction within our WAC/WID courses? While these calls for multimodal models are being embraced on a national level, moving toward such models within our writing program has presented challenges, experimentation, and possibilities. This presentation will focus on varied initiatives already incorporated in our WAC and other writing courses to educate our students and faculty about multimodal genres. These initiatives included: redesigning curriculums and assignments, implementing professional development workshops, and taking strategic action to educate faculty about the purpose and need for more multimodal writing instruction. We will examine how these methods have allowed us to traverse disciplinary boundaries, and connect with instructors across the curriculum.

Encouraging A Different View of Writing: Transitioning to a Multimodal Model of Writing in WAC Courrses Research Report (Faculty180)