Welcome to the First-Year Writing Program Instructor Support web site. The First-Year Writing Program is part of Rowan University's Writing Arts Department, housed in the College of Communication & Creative Arts. This site is a pedagogical and professional resource for our faculty, and most of the content is password-protected, but all visitors can view the pages outlining our program's courses and articulating our core values.
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Having difficulty locating a particular resource? Use the search bar in the upper right-hand corner of each page on the site, or contact the webmaster.
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FALL 2020 RETURN TO ROWAN
The university is working to establish their framework for Fall 2020 semester planning. For current progress and planning on the university level, see their Return to Rowan page.
As we prepare to return to instruction for the Fall 2020 semester, we face many challenges and unknowns. The First-Year Writing Program is developing our own personalized resources, guides, and policy updates to support instructors as we adapt to the new HyFlex/Remote model for fall. Our goal is to address the key questions and concerns of the FYWP community, while facilitating opportunities for learning and development of inclusive, accessible, equity-minded pedagogy.
These resources (updated consistently) are linked below. See our complete Fall 2020 resource page for additional resources and course specific info.
As we prepare to return to instruction for the Fall 2020 semester, we face many challenges and unknowns. The First-Year Writing Program is developing our own personalized resources, guides, and policy updates to support instructors as we adapt to the new HyFlex/Remote model for fall. Our goal is to address the key questions and concerns of the FYWP community, while facilitating opportunities for learning and development of inclusive, accessible, equity-minded pedagogy.
These resources (updated consistently) are linked below. See our complete Fall 2020 resource page for additional resources and course specific info.
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HyFlex/Remote Practical Guide for Fall 2020: Overview of the FYWP's approach to Fall 2020 planning, our guiding philosophies, and practical recommendations
FAQs for HyFlex and Fall 2020: Compilation of most common instructor questions about the HyFlex model at Rowan, current University procedures and guidelines, Canvas (our new LMS), campus health and safety, and how to support our students Best Practices in Online Learning Guide: Table outlining the guiding principles and associated practices for successful online learning. Features linked resources, suggested activities, and quick action steps, as well as more long-term and holistic recommendations to support students in a variety of online and remote learning environments. This team has also created a helpful infographic with key recommendations and links. Building Community in the Online/HyFlex Composition Classroom: Guide providing tips on how to create impactful student engagement and build community in online and HyFlex settings. Equity-Minded Pedagogy
Basic Canvas Support for Writing Arts Faculty: Custom online instructional guide to the Canvas Learning Management System designed for and by Writing Arts instructors. Features common concerns and questions, links to training resources, recommendations, demos, and visual instructions for building out your Canvas shell. Guide to Developing an Accessible Course: Creating an accessible course means anticipating diverse student needs and intentionally designing your course and materials to be accessible to students before they arrive. This guide offers recommendations and suggestions for developing course materials and assignments designed to meet the needs of all learners.
Teaching Developmental Writers Remotely: Infographic outlines research-backed tips for teaching developmental writing in a remote or HyFlex model. Note: To access these resources, make sure you are logged in to Google Drive with your Rowan credentials. For easy future access, you can create a shortcut to these files in your own Google Drive.
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Additional University Resources
The Faculty Center's Pedagogical Recommendations for Remote Teaching
The Faculty Center's Pedagogical Recommendations for Remote Teaching
- pedagogy recommendations for remote teaching, tips and instructions for tech tools broken out by task (communicating, assignments, lectures, etc.)
- Instructions for using University tools like Blackboard, Webex, Kaltura Capture (video recording software that integrates with Blackboard), resources for emailing your entire class, contact info for IT support
- website with some helpful tips for students as they transition to online courses, tips for staying engaged with campus life, and a list of Rowan-specific Frequently Asked Questions about the available student support services and advising