CI 5410: Writing Process and Thematic Inquiry: Writing for Social Justice3 Credits
Facilitated by Jessica Dockter Tierney and Stephanie Rollag
WHO?
Teachers in all grade levels, content areas, and experience levels
We encourage experienced social justice educators and those new to the theme to join us! Past Invitational Summer and Open Institute participants are welcome, as are both degree and non-degree seeking students.
WHEN?
Monday-Friday, June 15-19; Tuesday, June 23; and Friday, June 26
9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
WHERE?
Nicholson Hall, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis East Bank Campus
WRITING
You will reflect on your own writing processes as you write, share your writing, and participate in a community of writers. Writing groups will meet several times during the week.
TEACHING
You will consider the theory and practice of writing instruction that helps students achieve their potential as writers and change agents.
LEARNING
You will examine a current literacy issue related to the course theme: Writing for Social Justice. Course texts include Linda Christensen's Reading, Writing, and Rising Up and Teaching for Joy and Justice.
For more information on how to register for the Open Institute, contact mwp@umn.edu
