Department of Writing and Rhetoric

Are you taking a fully online WRT class during Summer 2021? Here is information about our classes:

What is a fully online WRT class?

All OU classes have a Moodle (our learning management system) page. Our instructors set up and manage the class on Moodle, create the assignments or projects, grade and provide feedback on your work, and answer your questions or concerns.

Our fully online classes offer you the flexibility of managing your time, allow you to access class materials easily through Moodle, and prepare you for a changing workforce, as more workplaces become globalized and distributed.

What is a synchronous WRT class?

If your WRT class has a synchronous time scheduled, that means the instructor and students are “live” or meeting together in the same online session, which will begin and end at the scheduled time every week. 

What is an asynchronous WRT class?

If your WRT class has no time scheduled, that means it is an asynchronous class that does not hold scheduled class meetings. You will complete the class by following the schedule that the instructor has laid out on the syllabus, at the time and pace of your choosing.  See video here on asynchronous classes.

How can you interact or connect with the instructor if you have questions or concerns?

We strongly encourage that you connect with your instructors by emailing them, scheduling an online meeting, or attending their online or virtual office hours. Your instructors are available to answer any concerns questions you may have about the class.

How can you be successful in fully online WRT classes?

To be successful in our WRT classes, you will need 

• reliable internet connection and a computer that will allow you to complete your coursework on Moodle. 
• a backup plan to use another computer or find another location with internet access if your computer or internet connection are not working properly.
• a plan for backing up any files you use in the course. 
• the ability to work through technical problems you can’t resolve on your own with remote support technicians.
• to check Moodle and your email frequently for updates and announcements
• to allocate enough time for completing your coursework. 
• to attend class meetings if you are enrolled in a synchronous class.

Business Writing

Editing

Grant Writing

Legal Writing

Professional Writing

Science Writing

Technical Writing

Digital Identity
and Culture

Digital Publishing

Digital Storytelling

Podcasting

Rhetoric and
Video Games

Rhetoric of Web Design

Art of Persuasion

Creative Nonfiction

Global Rhetorics

Teaching Writing

Writing Center Studies

Writing with the Community