Writing 120 (Wr 101)
Academic Writing
Learning Outcomes (7/1/25)
Podcasts, infographics, lab reports, policy briefs, research papers ... writing comes in many forms and contexts. Writing 120 advances prior writing knowledge to introduce key features of academic writing, which students can then build on and adapt for subsequent writing occasions. With a seminar format, where students can engage their curiosities from among diverse areas of focus, Writing 120 offers students instruction and practice in how to:
- Pursue Inquiry and Construct Arguments
How to foster inquiry and craft arguments, with awareness of disciplinary context, to contribute, challenge, and/or advance knowledge.
- Engage with the Rhetorical Context
How to write with awareness of purpose, how to recognize features and conventions of genre, how to consider the expectations and dispositions of various audiences, and how to account for one’s own commitments as a writer.
- Evaluate and Integrate Evidence
How to locate, evaluate, and cite evidence within disciplinary and/or writing context, how to navigate disinformation and misinformation, and how to recognize primary, secondary, and tertiary evidence.
- Explore the Ethics of Academic Writing
How to cultivate an ethical sensibility with academic writing, including how to write with integrity, use writing-related tools responsibly, represent others conscientiously, and consider multiple perspectives.
- Understand Writing Processes and Writing Transfer
How to approach the writing process—with iterative practice in brainstorming, researching, drafting, providing/receiving feedback, revising, and reflecting—and how to apply, adapt, and or repurpose writing knowledge across varying contexts.