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OBJECTIVE: In this lesson we will go through a dialectical process of what it means to write academically and write for more realistic understanding about writing and how we use it.

Think about the following:

• How do we write, what do we write for on a day to day basis? 
• Where do you use writing?

Discussion:

• Article will be split between groups
• Map it out as part of your notes
• Get together with your group to discuss key elements in each section
•  Define: Pedagogy/Content/Context

Group Discussion

Intro: Me

Group 1: Systemic Misconception and Misdirection of Mainstream FYC

Group 2: Academic Discourse as a Category Mistake

Group 3: The Open Question of Transfer

Group 4: Resisting Misconceptions

Group 5: Writing About Writing: Rationale and Description

Group 6: Grounding Principles and Goals

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Read:

• Teaching About Writing, Righting Misconceptions: (Re)Envisioning "First Year Composition" as "Introduction to Writing Studies" by Douglas Downs & Elizabeth Wardle
• Lengthy article, make sure you make time to read and TAKE NOTES
• Response paper will be due during lab 
• We will discuss articles in class

Write:

• One true sentence according to Hemingway
• You can just write this as part of your notes
• One True Sentence

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Read:  All readings found under Assigned Readings tab

• "Shitty First Drafts" by Anne Lamott
• "Seven Ways High School Prepares You For Failure" by Kelsey Diaz

Write:

• 1 full page response
• Respond to both readings (maybe half page each)
• Do not summarize 
• Respond to something specific
• Attempt to interrelate information using personal experiences  

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Assignment:  Write 1 – 2 page short essay on your reading/writing experience

• Do you enjoy writing?
• Do you hate it?
• What is your motivation to continue your education?
• Think about my example in class (My friend Eloy), you felt a connection or disconnection with reading or writing?
• What turned you on/off with reading or writing?
• All homework must be typed

Define:

• Misconception
• Metacognition

Welcome

I want to take this opportunity to welcome everyone to our class forum. I will be integrating our readings, announcements, workshops, assignments, and discussions on here.  It would be wise if you begin to familiarize yourselves with the page. I look forward to meeting everyone. Look for more updates soon.