Abstract
In the U.S., writing is often taught using methods that the professor learned in their own undergraduate studies focusing on writing, revision, and rewriting. This author has made adjustments to her courses focusing having students embody their work in a collaborative environment. This participation in communicating using the Tectonic Theatre Company’s Moment Work technique of play creation and theater games have led to improved student outcomes and experiences. This study provides the opportunity to experience these participation practices. We outline how to make these fundamental changes to writing pedagogy and encourage others to stop relying on the ‘how it has always been done’ of how to teach a subject and interrogate how best to revise their communication courses for today’s undergraduate students.
Presenters
Suzanne DelleVisiting Assistant Professor, Theatre, Wabash College, Indiana, United States
Details
Presentation Type
Paper Presentation in a Themed Session
Theme
KEYWORDS
Teaching, Pedagogy, Writing, Undergraduate, Participation
