WRT-1020CR: Bicultural Voice in Academic Writing

This course supports students in further developing academic writing fluidity and conventions in ways that are culturally responsive. It covers the fundamental concepts of academic writing, including: (1) reading closely to analyze texts and question sources; (2) reasoning with evidence; (3) organizing persuasive and well-structured arguments; and (4) communicating ideas in clear and effective prose. The course helps students increase the effectiveness of their writing practices and develop a sense of confidence in themselves as writers and emerging scholars in active dialoguers with authors, teachers, and peers. It includes a broad range of study skills form time management, writing support strategies, and using computer technology. The emphasis is on developing one’s critical bicultural voice within the structure of academic writing. Students will consider the role of the research question in organizing academic writing as well as selecting lenses to use in structuring the review of literature. The use of writer’s workshop strategies will support peer feedback and collaborative editing within the writing process.
Min. Credits: 3
Credit Basis: Quarter credit
Location(s): Antioch Univ Los Angeles, Antioch Univ Santa Barbara, Antioch Univ Seattle
Method(s): Classroom, Online Meeting (synchronous)
Course Type Liberal & Disciplinary Studies

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WRT-1020CR: Bicultural Voice in Academic Writing