In this project, the aim is to enhance literacy on diversity, equity, and social justice in composition classes. It explores how biases affect text interpretation and develops strategies for safe discussions on racism and oppression.Author: Jennifer Cho, Lecturer in EnglishGrant Type: Lecturer Teaching Fellows Program (LTF) |
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From the author: "My project sets out to identify modes of improving literacy around issues of diversity, equity, and social justice in the composition classroom. I ask how students and instructors’ explicit and implicit biases and our own social positionalities might inform our reception to and interpretation of literary texts, while developing strategies that encourage students to participate in discussions around racism, white supremacy, and other forms of systemic oppression with safety and support. In addition, I am interested in compiling a resource for instructors who are committed to incorporating diversity and anti-racism initiatives in their writing pedagogies."