The role of writing in constructing knowledge in academic disciplines, as viewed from contemporary socio-cultural perspectives. Consideration of how the goals, values, and assumptions of different disciplines shape their writing in distinctive ways and what implications this holds for pedagogy. Includes: Experiential Learning Activity Also listed as ALDS 4403. Precludes additional credit for LALS 5406 (no longer offered) or ALDS 5602 (no longer offered) or LALS 5602 (no longer offered). Prerequisite(s): third-year standing or permission of the instructor. Lectures three hours a week.
The role of writing in constructing knowledge in academic disciplines, as viewed from contemporary socio-cultural perspectives. Consideration of how the goals, values, and assumptions of different disciplines shape their writing in distinctive ways and what implications this holds for pedagogy. Includes: Experiential Learning Activity Also listed as ALDS 4403. Precludes additional credit for LALS 5406 (no longer offered) or ALDS 5602 (no longer offered) or LALS 5602 (no longer offered). Prerequisite(s): third-year standing or permission of the instructor. Lectures three hours a week.
