The transformative role of scaffolding in academic writing tutorials

The transformative role of scaffolding in academic writing tutorials
Academic writing tutorials are often at the heart of academic writing centre provision. However, such tutorials are a relatively unexplored area of EAP and Academic Literacies particularly within the UK HE context. They are private, often take place online and rarely form part of teaching development. Much of the theory and training that does exist focuses on the extent to which these tutorials should take a directive approach, telling the student what is expected of them, or a minimalist approach, making the student do all of the work. This seminar will instead examine the potentially transformative role these tutorials play in facilitating students’ growth and development as writers within the academic community. It will also highlight the scaffolding that takes place, both at the preliminary and during tutorial stage, to facilitate this. This talk will be delivered by Cathy Morand & chaired by Daphne Thomas, Head of Teaching and Learning at the UCL Academic Communication Centre.
Faisal Khan
118
3/4/2024
00:59:39
Download