Syllabi Organization By Course

This page offers a collection of alternative syllabi for Rhetoric & Composition Foundation, Rhetoric & Composition I and Rhetoric & Composition II. Developed in the context of Northern Illinois University (NIU), these examples are intended to be useful to instructors both at NIU and other institutions, regardless of their familiarity with NIU's course structure.

All syllabi align with the Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs) of the NIU English Department, demonstrating that there are many effective ways to achieve common goals in first-year writing instruction.

The collection highlights different ways of organizing and teaching the courses while maintaining shared learning goals. By showcasing a variety of approaches, these syllabi can inspire creativity, provide fresh ideas, and support instructional flexibility.

Syllabi for Developmental Rhetoric and Composition

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Syllabi for Rhetoric and Composition I

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Writing as Labor: Reflection, Remix, and Portfolio Assessment	This syllabus emphasizes writing as a process through labor-based assessment, reflective practice, remix, and portfolio development, encouraging students to grow as adaptable and self-aware writers	Syllabus: Course Schedule: File:Course Schedule.pdf
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Syllabi for Rhetoric and Composition II

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