They tell me that while they’re confident in their own writing abilities, they have no confidence —or rather systems—to write as a group.

Through these assignments — such as describing as tree species or penning an op-ed — Bates professors teach their students to write with power and skill.

Evaluating Writing Assignments Teachers often worry about the advantages and disadvantages of providing students with a rubric for writing assignments. After all, providing a checklist rubric can ...

From memos and reports to self-assessments and slide decks, writing skills often needed on the job don’t tend to be taught in college. But professors can incorporate workplace writing into course ...