Digital Writing

Nota:

• This idea of non-linearity is not specific to e-texts; one can pick up a print-based text and start reading from any point.

1. multiple literacies
   1. navigating textual spaces
2. meaning making

1. How do we teach students meaningful digital text production?

Nota:

• Hyperlinking is a unique feature of digital texts that allows writers to add in supplemental information without disrupting the flow of the text. 

1. What does it mean to master the art of writing?

1. less polished and edited? informal?
   1. Should we do more to privilege informal writing formats?

      Nota:

      • Students will probably encounter more informal writing spaces than formal academic ones.

Nota:

• Such as Google Docs.  JF overheard a conversation among students where one said, "See you on Google Docs!" before departing.

1. content matters more than if there were no audience

1. peer feedback
2. reflection
3. track changes
4. clarity and conciseness
5. writing as a social process
6. Do the benefits of digital writing processes outweigh the drawbacks?
7. feedback before assessment
8. How does digital writing change our assessment practices and expectations?

Nota:

• Are students more motivated to write if it involves technology, compared to traditional pen and paper tasks?