College Research Genres 

Why do we write?  How do we teach writing?

These questions are at the heart of any writing course, and they cause both headache and heartache.  We have so many thoughts and theories, and it's easy for both students and new teachers to feel lost.

This guide is designed to provide concrete suggestions for students and teachers of English 101.  It is not a comprehensive breakdown of every element of wordsmithing, and it is certainly not the only approach to writing and teaching, but it should offer concepts and strategies to help you succeed in writing, learning, and teaching.