Designing Assignments
About WIS
The Writing Instruction Support (WIS) program provides assistance to faculty who are teaching or incorporating writing in their courses.
We can help by:
- Providing information about writing course requirements
- Supporting or co-sponsoring instructional activities such as the WIS Summer Retreat and online professional development
- Offering resources on teaching and assessing writing
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We provide consultation about writing proficiency requirements and course requirements, best practices for teaching and assessing writing, and professional development events.
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Assignments that are clearly stated and relevant to the course curriculum enhance student learning and bolster the writing process.
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These tips will help you design low-stakes writing assignments to help students practice, learn, and self-assess.