Student Investment in Political Topics

Students in college writing courses need to understand world issues, including the oppressive effects of the global economy. But their teachers need to give them a sense of agency and authority, rather than simply telling them what political positions to take. One example of a writing assignment tha...

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Published in:College English 2006-11, Vol.69 (2), p.142-149
Main Author: Thelin, William H.
Format: Article
Language:English
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Summary:Students in college writing courses need to understand world issues, including the oppressive effects of the global economy. But their teachers need to give them a sense of agency and authority, rather than simply telling them what political positions to take. One example of a writing assignment that might engage as well as inform students involves analyzing Parade magazine’s annual list of the world’s worst dictators.
ISSN:0010-0994
2161-8178
DOI:10.58680/ce20065841