Online Class: Writing Across the Curriculum — Best Practices

Writing Across the Curriculum invites educators to explore innovative strategies that make writing a central element in every subject, from mathematics to social studies, elevating students' analytical capabilities and creativity. This journey equips teachers to blend writing with technology and collaboration, crafting classrooms that are thriving, interactive communities.

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    Lessons
  • 22
    Exams &
    Assignments
  • 3
    Hours
    average time
  • 0.3
    CEUs
 
 
 

Course Description

Welcome to an educational journey unlike any other—a voyage that will redefine your perspective on writing and its unparalleled power to transform the educational experience. Writing Across the Curriculum: Best Practices is not merely a course; it is an invitation to unlock your potential, an opportunity to reshape the way you engage with knowledge, and a pathway to discovering new dimensions of teaching and learning.

Imagine stepping into a classroom where writing is not confined to the pages of English literature, but rather, it blossoms into every discipline, breathing life into math, science, social studies, and beyond. This course dismantles the barriers between subjects, revealing the omnipresent role of writing as an anchor of critical thought and analytical mindsets. Through our meticulously crafted narrative, you will embark on a transformative quest to become a more insightful educator and a catalyst for student engagement.

We begin with a simple yet profound idea: when students write to learn, they learn to think. From unearthing the magic of narrative writing in mathematics to making sense of the scientific method through the art of scientific documentation, you will discover strategies to make complex subjects resonate at a personal level. These insights are not just innovative; they are essential. In a world that constantly demands more complex thought and communication, these skills elevate both understanding and application.

In Writing Across the Curriculum, math becomes a story that students can relate to, filled with plots and characters spun from equations and variables. Science transforms into a narrative of discovery, a testament to human curiosity that extends beyond the lab into our everyday interactions. What if history could be told not as silent facts, but as a compelling dialogue with the past that informs and enlightens the present? As you guide your students through these interdisciplinary intersections, you will witness the unlocking of their innate creativity.

Yet, this course dives even deeper. Here, writing ceases to be a mere academic assignment; it becomes a social force. Persuasion in writing for social studies, for instance, opens up avenues for engaging with global issues, fostering a commitment to reasoned debate and ethical expression. You are equipped to transform your students into not only learners but informed citizens, capable of contributing intelligently to the world around them.

Your journey does not occur in isolation. It gracefully touches on collaborative efforts as well, encouraging you to forge new alliances and create projects that engage diverse voices. With the dynamic interplay of teamwork and tools, your classroom becomes a hive of activity, each student finding their niche, each contribution reinforcing a collective narrative of success.

And as the digital age redefines literacy, our curriculum pivots toward a future ready mindset, seamlessly integrating technology to enrich your lessons. Imagine your students using multimedia to storyboard their learning journeys, each visual and soundbite deepening their engagement. They are not just passive consumers of information, but active authors of their educational narratives, better prepared for the multifaceted challenges of tomorrow.

Ultimately, Writing Across the Curriculum is more than a teaching strategy; it is a comprehensive approach to education that celebrates clarity, coherence, and creativity. Through our immersive and supportive environment, you will not only refine your approach to rubrics and writing styles but elevate the academic discourse itself.

Join us on this exciting expedition, one that guarantees lasting impact. You will emerge not simply as a teacher of writing, but a visionary educator, a trailblazer wielding writing as a transformative tool across disciplines. When you choose to enroll in this course, you are accepting a role in a vibrant community dedicated to evolving how writing shapes minds and changes lives. Together, we will redefine the possibilities of education, one powerful sentence at a time. Choose to make a difference. Choose Writing Across the Curriculum: Best Practices.

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Course Lessons

  • Lesson 1. Write to Learn: Enhancing Critical Thinking Across Disciplines

    WAC empowers educators to transcend traditional teaching boundaries, integrating writing into subjects like math and science to deepen students' understanding. By designing engaging assignments, teachers foster critical inquiry and connect theory with practical application.
  • Lesson 2. Transformative Power of Writing in Mathematics Education

    Through narrative writing, students turn mathematics into a story, which demystifies complex problems and makes them more relatable. This approach engenders creativity while reinforcing analytical skills and helps students communicate mathematical ideas more effectively.
  • Lesson 3. Scientific Writing: Bridging Research and Real-World Applications

    The process of scientific writing is as much about innovation as it is about preserving integrity through ethical considerations and peer review, ensuring the authenticity and reliability of scholarly work. It's a collaborative journey that integrates specialized insights, creating comprehensive, credible narratives that push the boundaries of existing knowledge.
  • Lesson 4. The Anatomy of Persuasive Writing for Social Studies Students

    The integration of historical context and modern data in persuasive writing enriches the narrative, creating arguments that resonate with both logic and emotion. This balanced approach to writing equips students to deal with contemporary issues, fostering a deeper appreciation for the interconnectedness of global events.
  • Lesson 5. Harnessing Creativity Through Voice and Structure

    Interweaving voice and style allows historical tales to pulse with newfound relevance, capturing events like the moon landing through rich sensory language. Students can harness this by infusing scientific writings with analogies, turning complex chemical processes into engaging narratives akin to a rhythmic dance.
  • Lesson 6. Interdisciplinary Insights for Enhanced Writing

    Adopting interdisciplinary methods in writing empowers students to synthesize diverse knowledge, critically addressing real-world challenges through innovative solutions. This method encourages writing that seamlessly blends scientific, economic, sociocultural, and policy perspectives for comprehensive insights.
  • Lesson 7. The Reflective Art Journey: Bridging Personal and Academic Insights

    The language of reflection in art forms enhances both personal growth and academic abilities, offering students profound ways to engage with their writing. By exploring reflective elements in mediums like visual arts, music, and theater, students refine articulation and gain deeper insights into the human experience.
  • Lesson 8. Audience Insight & Purpose Precision in Tech Writing

    The key to impactful technical documentation lies in aligning content with audience needs and clarity of purpose. This ensures readers can easily comprehend and apply information, whether navigating user manuals or technical proposals.
  • Lesson 9. Cultivating Future-Ready Scholars in the Digital Age

    Incorporating digital elements into writing tasks enriches both understanding and presentation, stimulating creativity through multimedia projects. This approach integrates diverse learning materials, enhancing students' skills in both creating cohesive narratives and critical evaluation.
  • Lesson 10. Collaborative Writing Mastery: Nurturing Group Dynamics for Better Outcomes

    Collaborative technologies play a crucial role in managing group dynamics by facilitating communication and task management. Tools like Slack and Trello enhance coordination, ensuring clarity and alignment in distributed teams during writing projects.
  • Lesson 11. Beyond the Grade: How Writing Rubrics Shape Student Success

    By detailing criteria and scales, rubrics provide precise feedback that enhances learning rather than relying on one-size-fits-all grades. This adaptability supports consistent evaluation in different fields, reinforcing clarity, coherence, and argumentation across diverse assignments.
  • Lesson 12. The Art of Adapting Writing Styles Across Disciplines

    Understanding genre conventions aids effective communication, enhancing writing skills in fields from academia to business. Mastery of these conventions is essential for students, ensuring credibility and proficiency in conveying their ideas.
  • Lesson 13. Integrating Writing with STEM: A Multidimensional Approach

    Writing enables STEM learners to internalize scientific processes by crafting structured narratives, such as biology lab reports or engineering project proposals. This practice promotes a deeper understanding of how theoretical concepts are applied to practical solutions, strengthening analytical capabilities.
  • Lesson 14. Cultivating Literacy: The Transformative Power of Reading and Writing

    Reading and writing are deeply intertwined processes that go beyond basic literacy, creating a foundation for critical and creative engagement with texts. By leveraging active reading strategies and expressive writing, students cultivate robust analytical abilities and imaginative thinking styles.
  • Lesson 15. Dynamic Writing: Enhancing Cognitive and Engagement Levels Across Disciplines

    Writing Across the Curriculum enhances student engagement by intertwining cognitive involvement and academic success through varied writing tasks. This pedagogical approach turns writing into a transformative tool for deeper understanding and active learning across all subjects.
 

Learning Outcomes

By successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
  • Demonstrate the ability to adapt writing style and structure according to different academic contexts and audiences using Writing Across the Curriculum principles.
  • Define and analyze specific strategies for integrating writing assignments into non-language arts subjects to foster critical thinking and comprehension.
  • Analyze complex mathematical problems by writing explanations for each solution step, demonstrating critical evaluation and application of mathematical concepts to varied problem contexts.
  • Define the process of articulating mathematical thought processes through narrative writing, linking each step to enhancing comprehension of abstract mathematical principles.
  • Demonstrate the ability to create clear and concise visual aids that effectively convey complex data in scientific writing, ensuring enhanced understanding and retention for diverse audiences.
  • Identify and describe the key components of the IMRaD structure in scientific writing, including their individual purposes and contributions to research presentation.
  • Define and construct a thesis statement that encapsulates the central argument of a persuasive essay in social studies and aligns supporting evidence logically.
  • Identify and integrate diverse types of historical and contemporary evidence to substantiate arguments in persuasive writing, while effectively addressing counterarguments.
  • Define narrative voice and style, explaining their impact on reader engagement and emotional response
  • Demonstrate the application of voice and style to create vivid characterizations and settings in creative writing
  • Demonstrate the ability to synthesize information from at least three disciplines to create a comprehensive written analysis of a complex issue.
  • Identify and evaluate sources from various academic fields to effectively support interdisciplinary research in writing assignments.
  • Identify and analyze reflective elements in various art forms, illustrating how these elements enhance writing skills by fostering deeper emotional and intellectual engagement.
  • Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
 

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Course Title: Writing Across the Curriculum: Best Practices
Course Number: 57700830
Languages: English - United States, Canada and other English speaking countries
Availability: This course is fully available online in all 50 states, including California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, and Georgia. It’s also offered in major English-speaking countries, such as the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and Ireland.
Last Updated: January 2025
CEU Value: 0.3 IACET CEUs (Continuing Education Units)
CE Accreditation: Universal Class, Inc. has been accredited as an Authorized Provider by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET).
Grading Policy: Earn a final grade of 70% or higher to receive an online/downloadable CEU Certification documenting CEUs earned.
Course Type: Curriculum-Based, Online Class
Instructional Method: Self-Paced, Asynchronous
Assessment Method: End of lesson review exams and course final exam
Course Fee: $120.00 U.S. dollars

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