Writing Across the Curriculum at the University of New Haven
 

Designing Writing Assignments That Work

Designing an effective writing assignment can be an important skill because an effective assignment guides students through the writing process and sets your expectations for quality writing. Here are some tips for constructing effective writing assignments: Prompt learning by asking students to construct meaning or solve a problem. When possible, …

Responding to Student Writing & Grading Writing

One of the major requirements of W courses is that instructors provide feedback on students’ writing. Responding to student writing is time-consuming and challenging; yet it is also one of the most useful ways to help students become better writers. Below are some best practices, drawn from the field of …