Multimedia First-Year Composition
Because researching and composing arguments is increasingly linked to technological tools, multimedia sections of First-Year Composition teach students how to make the most of a wide array of resources. From standard tools, such as Microsoft Word, to more powerful Web sites and software, such as the Research Assistant Hyperfolio, students in multimedia sections use composition technology to its fullest while exploring the unique opportunities and challenges of composing in the 21st century. Thus students in these sections learn both composition and technological skills they can apply to other courses and fields. While students do not need any prior technological skills, they should be ready to learn many of these skills over the course of the semester. Students will be required to bring a wireless laptop to class and to keep their laptops functioning properly throughout the semester. (Three credits)
What Students Say...
"Multimedia FYC enabled me to develop my writing skills while learning how to transform my writing style for different mediums. The course allowed me to explore various forms of technology that do not restrict my prose to paper or a simple word processor."
- Stephanie
"Multimedia FYC is such a great class. I am not a writer and generally don't enjoy writing, so when I first came to ND I was dreading the FYC class. I heard about the Multimedia FYC and thought I'd try it out. It was one of my best decisions that year! Multimedia FYC goes beyond simple writing to incorporate technology and (duh) multimedia. In class we didn't simply hand in our writing assignments, we got to make our own web site and "publish" them online! The technology is not just a passing topic in the course, it is the underlying theme. You bring a laptop to class everyday. If you like technology or just want to go beyond simple writing definitely take Multimedia FYC. I enjoyed the class very much, even though I'm not a great writer."
--Mike
Multimedia Faculty:
Dr. Connie Snyder Mick
Associate Director
University Writing Program
Dr. Anne Snellen
Post-Doctorate Teaching Fellow
University Writing Program
Rachel Jurado
Graduate Writing Instructor
English Department