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Philosophy & the Composing Process

Course Overview

Date / Time Location Credits Minimium Tuition*
1/26/26 - 5/13/26
We 4p.m. – 6:45p.m.		 Wh-Peters W06-0052 Engl ComLab 3 $2657 (guest students)
Date
1/26/26 - 5/13/26
Time
We 4p.m. – 6:45p.m.
Location
Wh-Peters W06-0052 Engl ComLab
Credits
3
Min. Tuition*
$2657 (guest students)

Description

Current rhetorical theory emphasizing the process of composing has developed several models (e.g., pre-writing, writing, re-writing) which are nevertheless linear. But writers and teachers of writing need ways of apprehending the all-at-onceness of composition. This seminar offers opportunities to develop philosophical perspectives on perception and forming; language and the making of meaning; interpretation in reading and teaching. The course explores the pedagogical and practical implications of a broad range of theories of language and knowing by means of experimental writing and by the study of essays, letters, talks, and other materials by scientists, artists, and philosophers. This course is recommended for students choosing to concentrate in composition for the English MA, at or near the start of their programs.

Prerequisites

Graduate students in ENGL only

Guest registration opens January 12

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Course Details

Session

Regular Academic Session

Class Dates

1/26/2026 - 5/13/2026

Location

Wh-Peters W06-0052 Engl ComLab

Enrolled / Capacity

2 / 15

Status

Closed

Tuition*

$2657 (guest students)

* The tuition estimate is based on minimum, single-course cost to a new student who is a Massachusetts resident and not enrolled in a multi-course program. State residency, online/in person modality, and matriculation to a degree program may affect cost.

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