Yes, that's a good topic for discussion. It's a real question when we
have so few advanced degree programs in writing studies as a source of
new instructors. I'd be glad to describe some of the things going on at
U of T and outline our challenges.
== Margaret
Theresa Hyland wrote:
> Here's just a thought, but having written something about this for
> CWCA, I'm wondering if we need a broader discussion of professional
> development opportunities within writing programs in Canada. Most of
> us who attend the Canadian Caucus of the CCCC's Conference, and the
> Canadian conferences such as Inkshed, STILHE etc.are programme
> directors. I'm wondering how each institution handles the
> professional development of all the part-timers and volunteers who
> help us keep our programs running? Perhaps some papers presenting
> models and best practices might be in order? Theresa.
>
> Tosh Tachino wrote:
>> It was nice seeing many of you at 4Cs. We had a good turnout at the
>> Canadian
>> Caucus (15-ish), and we had very interesting presentations and a very
>> pleasant
>> dinner afterward.
>>
>> I will be happy to write a proposal for the next year's Canadian
>> Caucus, but I
>> wonder if there are any topics and issues that should be addressed at
>> the next
>> year's caucus.
>>
>> I will appreciate your input.
>> _____________________________________
>> Tosh Tachino, M.A., B.A. Honors
>> Ph.D. Candidate, Iowa State University
>> Rhetoric and Professional Communication
>> E-mail: [log in to unmask]
>> http://www.public.iastate.edu/~tosh/
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