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Instructor Guide for Foundation Communication Courses
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Introduction
Rationale, Vision, Mission, and Launch of ISUComm
A Rhetoric-Based Multimodal Program
The Vision of ISUComm Video
English 150 and 250
English 150 and 250 make up the ISUComm Foundation Courses. Both courses incorporate WOVE components, use group activities, emphasize critical thinking, integrate activities into an ISUComm ePortfolio, and may also feature civic and cultural themes. Many sections have a learning community emphasis, often with linked sections.
English 150
English 250
Other
Goals for English 150
Goals for English 250
Placement in English 150 and 250
Assignments for English 150
Assignments in English 250
Transfer between English 150 and 250
Sample English 150 Assignments
Sample English 250 Assignments
English 150 Test-Out
English 250 Honors
English 250 Test-Out
Assessment
The information in this section is intended to provide a brief overview of some of the important theoretical concepts all instructors in the ISUComm program should be aware of. By reviewing the information here, you will have a better understanding of promising practices in composition classes, and you will have a better understanding of how to assess your own students’ work.
Assessing Student Performance
Grades
Assessing Program Performance
Evaluating Student Work
Grade Inflation
ISUComm Pilot Study
Assessing Context, Substance, Organization, Style, and Delivery
Keeping Records
Spring 2005 Sophomore Survey
Assessing with Technology
Reporting Grades
Your Role in Program Assessment
Assessing Small-Group Work
The Grade Appeal Process
Modal Assessment Rubrics
Communication Proficiency Requirement
ISUComm Assessment Guidelines by Mode
Confidentiality of Student Records
Commenting on Student Projects
Academic Dishonesty
Teaching
Composition pedagogy is an established academic field with journals, conferences, and professional organizations. Scholars in composition pedagogy have identified specific teaching strategies to help students develop as communicators. These techniques encourage active reading, collaborative learning, revision, and reflection. You can find more information about these topics by following the links below.
Using Collaborative Learning
Reflections—Both Process and Product
ISUComm ePortfolios
Peer Response
Emphasizing Transfer
Teaching Non-Native Speakers of English
Encouraging Revision
Promoting Active Reading
National Trends in Multimodal Communication
Policies
As an instructor in the ISUComm foundation courses, you will need to be familiar with and adhere to the policies linked below.
Attendance Policy for Students
Finals Week
Library 160
Cancellation of Class
Harassment
Office Hours
Dead Week
Instructor Evaluations
Potentially Objectionable Material
Disruptive Students
ISUComm as a Research Site
Returning Student Assignments
Professionalism and Confidentiality
Procedures
To provide continuity between English 150 and 250, to ensure equity among the many sections of these courses, and to fulfill the department's responsibility to the university at large, please become familiar with the basic procedures for English 150 and 250 linked below.
Beginning of the Semester
End of the Semester
Other
Adding Students
Dead Week
Student Conferences
Semester Checklist
Finals Week
Students Called to Active Duty
Placement in Foundation Courses
Instructor Evaluations
Responding to Medical Emergencies
Validating Enrollment
Midsemester Student Survey
Managing Assignments
Resources
Use the links below to learn about useful resources to help you in your teaching.
Downloadable Files
(requires CyBox login)
Accommodating Students with Disabilities
Professional Development
Assignment Scaffolding Map
Computer Classrooms
Student Counseling Services
Course Scaffolding Map
Learning Management System
Syllabus and Assignments
General Reflection Rubric
Digital Repository for Academic Writing (DRAW)
Textbooks
ISUComm Photo Image Video Audio Release
Learning Communities
Tips for Designing Informational Posters
Photo Authorization and Release Form
Multimedia Equipment
Writing and Media Center
Portfolio Terminology
Small-Group Assessment Form
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The Vision of ISUComm Video
The Vision of ISUComm Video
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