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The Learning Academy
Deepen your subject matter expertise, engage with graduate level scholarship, and strengthen your pedagogical practice.
Learning Academy for Educators, a modern 21st-century learning institution designed specifically to support educators in staying current and relevant in today’s fast-evolving educational landscape.
The Learning Academy offers courses at a price point of $500 per course, with the option to take up to six courses. These courses provide up to 18 graduate credit hours that can be applied towards a master's degree or used to help educators achieve content specialty teaching expertise, enabling them to teach at the college level.
This academy is dedicated to helping teachers remain at the forefront of educational best practices and innovations while advancing their professional credentials without breaking the bank.
If you are interested in enhancing your skills and maintaining your edge as an educator, the Learning Academy provides a valuable and cost-effective resource to support your goals.
APPLY NOW
Online Curriculum
MVNU is committed to serving the ever-changing needs of educators while advancing our mission to expand access to high quality, Christ-centered education. In response to state and national trends in dual credit and early college initiatives, we are adding 18 graduate credits in mathematics and English designed specifically for K-12 teachers.
The State of Ohio, like many across the nation, requires teachers of dual-credit or early college programs to have a minimum of 18 graduate hours in a content area in which they will be teaching.
These courses will help districts expand access to advanced coursework for students while ensuring compliance with state and Higher Learning Commission requirements. They also serve as an entry point for teachers to build on a current graduate degree they hold or provide an opportunity to begin a graduate degree here at MVNU because they can form the foundation for a student to complete an MA. Ed. These courses not only meet immediate professional development needs but also foster long-term engagement and degree completion at the graduate level.
Beyond the dual-credit credentialing requirements, teachers will deepen their subject matter expertise, engage with graduate level scholarship, and strengthen their pedagogical practice. This aligns with MVNU's vision of equipping educators to excel in their calling and extend transformative learning to their students.
Online Graduate Mathematics Courses
MATH 6003: Foundations of Advanced Mathematics (3 credits)
This rigorous course provides a comprehensive exploration of diverse mathematical topics. Students will examine the interconnections between various branches of mathematics, including number theory, geometry, algebra, and discrete mathematics. The course emphasizes both theoretical understanding and practical applications, preparing students to effectively communicate mathematical concepts across multiple domains. Special attention is given to mathematical reasoning, proof techniques, and the historical development of mathematical ideas.
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
— Apply fundamental concepts from number theory, including prime numbers, modular arithmetic, and divisibility rules.
— Construct mathematical proofs using direct, indirect, and proof by contradiction methods.
— Apply graph theory and combinatorial principles to solve real-world problems.
— Integrate mathematical modeling techniques across various disciplines.
— Assess the logical structure and validity of mathematical arguments.
— Synthesize concepts from algebra, geometry, and discrete mathematics to reveal structural relationships among different branches of mathematics.
— Communicate mathematical reasoning and historical insights clearly and accurately through written, visual, and oral representations.
MATH 6013: Mathematical Problem Solving (3 credits)
This advanced course focuses on developing sophisticated problem-solving skills and mathematical thinking strategies. Students will explore Polya's problem-solving framework while engaging with challenging mathematical problems that require creative and analytical thinking. The course emphasizes the process of mathematical discovery, pattern recognition, and the development of mathematical intuition.
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
— Apply systematic problem-solving strategies including Polya's four-step method.
— Analyze mathematical arguments using inductive and deductive reasoning.
— Evaluate multiple solution approaches and select optimal strategies for given problems.
— Develop mathematical intuition through exploration of open-ended problems.
— Assess problem-solving processes and mathematical reasoning.
— Integrate technology tools to enhance problem-solving visualization.
MATH 6023: Teaching Mathematics (3 Credits)
This course examines research-based approaches to mathematics education, focusing on growth mindset principles and innovative teaching strategies. Students will explore how beliefs about mathematical ability affect learning outcomes and develop techniques to create inclusive, engaging mathematics classrooms. The course addresses differentiated instruction, assessment strategies, and methods for supporting diverse learners. Emphasis is placed on developing mathematical discourse and building classroom communities that value mathematical thinking over speed and memorization.
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
— Analyze the impact of mindset on mathematical learning and achievement.
— Design inclusive instructional strategies that accommodate diverse learning styles and backgrounds.
— Implement assessment techniques that focus on mathematical understanding rather than procedural fluency alone.
— Develop classroom environments that promote mathematical discourse and collaborative learning.
— Address mathematical anxiety and stereotype threat in educational settings.
— Apply research-based practices for supporting struggling learners and challenging advanced students.
MATH 6033: Linear Algebra (3 credits)
This advanced course provides a comprehensive approach to linear algebra with emphasis on both theoretical foundations and practical applications. Students will explore systems of linear equations, matrix algebra, determinants, vector spaces, linear transformations, eigenvalues and eigenvectors, and orthogonality. The course integrates computational techniques with geometric intuition and real-world applications across engineering, computer science, economics, and the physical sciences.
By the completion of this course, students will be able to:
— Solve systems of linear equations using multiple methods including Gaussian elimination, matrix operations, and inverse matrices.
— Apply matrix arithmetic operations and properties to model and solve real-world problems.
— Compute determinants and evaluate their geometric and algebraic significance.
— Analyze vector spaces, subspaces, and linear independence relationships.
— Analyze linear transformations between vector spaces.
— Evaluate the geometric interpretations of linear algebraic concepts.
— Critique solution methods and justify choice of techniques for given problems.
MATH 6043: Statistics (3 credits)
This comprehensive statistics course emphasizes statistical literacy and reasoning essential for both personal and professional decision-making. Students will develop proficiency in descriptive and inferential statistics while focusing on interpretation and application rather than computational mechanics. The course addresses common statistical misconceptions and develops critical thinking skills for evaluating statistical claims in media, research, and everyday life.
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
— Analyze descriptive statistics including measures of center, spread, and position.
— Evaluate the design and validity of statistical studies, surveys, and experiments.
— Apply probability concepts to solve real-world problems and assess risk.
— Conduct hypothesis tests and confidence intervals.
— Interpret hypothesis tests and confidence intervals.
— Assess statistical claims and identify common statistical fallacies.
— Use statistical software and technology tools for data analysis and visualization.
MATH 6053: Finite Mathematics
This advanced course explores mathematical topics with direct applications to business, economics, life sciences, and social sciences. Students will study systems of linear equations, matrix operations, linear programming, probability, statistics, and mathematical models for decision-making. The course emphasizes both theoretical understanding and practical problem-solving, with particular attention to mathematical modeling, optimization, and data-driven analysis across disciplines.
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
— Solve systems of linear equations using matrix methods and geometric interpretation.
— Apply matrix operations to model and solve problems in applied and interdisciplinary contexts.
— Formulate and solve linear programming problems using graphical and simplex methods.
— Analyze mathematical models used in finance, including compound interest, annuities, and loans.
— Apply probability and counting principles to problems in business, economics, and the social sciences.
— Evaluate mathematical models related to population growth, resource management, and optimization.
— Communicate mathematical solutions to real-world problems using appropriate quantitative techniques.
Online Graduate English Courses
ENGL 6003: Teaching English Composition (3 credits)
This course is designed to help writers deepen their understanding and command of key elements of fiction, such as voice, point of view, theme, characterization, structure, symbolism, imagery, rhythm, and tone. Students will engage in a range of fiction writing exercises, reading assignments, and workshop activities. The course also includes the study of major works in the novel, novella, and short story forms, along with selected critical texts.
Course Outcomes:
— Analyze the use of key elements of fiction — such as voice, point of view, theme, characterization, structure, reflexivity, symbolism, imagery, rhythm, and tone — in published works.
— Apply these elements purposefully in personal fiction writing through targeted exercises and workshop participation.
— Demonstrate the ability to craft original fiction in multiple forms (short story, novella, novel excerpt), showing attention to craft and revision.
— Critically evaluate peer and professional texts using appropriate literary terminology and concepts from selected critical readings.
— Self-Reflect on the writing process, identifying strategies for revision, development of style, and deepening thematic resonance.
— Integrate instructor feedback to refine drafts and strengthen control over craft elements.
— Integrate theoretical and practical knowledge of fiction craft to produce writing that reflects growth and progression in complexity and control.
ENGL 6013: Writing Fiction for Beginners (3 credits)
This course explores the process writers use to spark inspiration and the manner in which they reveal key information to create a vivid immersive world. With these objectives in mind, students will develop a concept for a long form writing project. The emphasis will be on building the foundation for that work, crafting plot arcs, detailed outlines, character development, world-building, and thematic exploration rather than drafting full scenes or chapters. The material generated in this course may directly or indirectly support future writing projects.
Course Outcomes:
— Generate and articulate an original concept for a long-form work of fiction (novel, novella, or similar).
— Design plot arcs and subplots that effectively pace the revelation of key information to sustain narrative tension and reader engagement.
— Construct detailed outlines that provide structural and thematic coherence for a long-form narrative.
— Develop complex characters, including backstory, motivation, and relationships, that contribute to the immersive quality of the fictional world.
— Build a vivid and consistent fictional world, attending to setting, culture, history, and atmosphere that enrich the narrative.
— Explore thematic possibilities within a project, identifying how central ideas and motifs may be developed across the work
— Integrate foundational elements of fiction — concept, structure, character, setting, and theme — into a coherent framework that supports advanced creative work.
ENGL 6023: Inspiration and Writing (3 credits)
This graduate-level course provides a comprehensive introduction to the theory and practice of teaching college English composition. Students will explore key pedagogical approaches through readings in composition studies and by examining the historical and theoretical foundations of the field. Additionally, students will develop strategies for writing curriculum design through practical teaching exercises that include responding to student work and fostering inclusive, student-centered classrooms.
Course Outcomes:
— Analyze major theories and historical developments in composition studies.
— Evaluate the strengths and limitations of various pedagogical approaches in the teaching of college-level writing.
— Apply principles from composition theory to the design of effective, inclusive, and student-centered writing courses.
— Develop writing assignments and assessment strategies that align with course outcomes and foster rhetorical awareness and critical thinking.
— Demonstrate effective methods for responding to student writing, balancing formative and summative feedback practices.
— Integrate multimodal and genre-based approaches into composition curriculum to address diverse learner needs and rhetorical contexts.
— Critically reflect on their own pedagogical philosophy in relation to scholarship in composition studies.
— Demonstrate the integration of pedagogical theory and practice through the design of curriculum structures and evaluative approaches for teaching writing.
ENGL 6033: Writing as a Foodie (3 credits)
In this immersive and sensory-focused course, students explore food as both a subject and a lens for compelling nonfiction writing. This course will allow students to practice creatively describing flavors and textures, using different senses as they write. Various writing projects of the course include personal essays about family recipes, critiques of dining options, restaurant reviews from local eateries, food blogs, historical explorations of ancient cookbooks, and cultural cuisine guides. Students also create a "food map" of the city, reflecting on how geography, culture, and memory influence food consumption. The culminating project is a portfolio that archives the stories, reflections, and tastes experienced throughout the course and beyond.
Course Outcomes:
— Employ sensory detail (taste, smell, touch, sight, sound) to craft vivid, immersive nonfiction writing about food.
— Compose a range of food-centered nonfiction forms, including personal essays, critiques, reviews, blogs, historical explorations, and cultural guides.
— Analyze the cultural, historical, and geographical influences on food practices and representations in writing.
— Evaluate how memory, identity, and place shape individual and collective food narratives.
— Analyze the relationships among geography, culture, and personal experience to interpret how these factors shape food practices and identities.
— Integrate multiple modes of writing, creative, reflective, and analytical, to illustrate progression in craft and conceptual understanding of food writing.
ENGL 6043: Narrative and Identity (3 credits)
This course explores the deep and dynamic relationship between narrative and the construction of identity. Drawing from literature, memoir, theory, and interdisciplinary texts, the course examines how individuals and communities use storytelling to make sense of themselves, their histories, and their place in the world. Students will analyze a diverse range of narrative forms — from autobiographies and novels to oral histories and digital storytelling — while engaging with critical works in narrative theory. Through reading, reflection and original writing, students will investigate how stories shape identity and how identity, in turn, shapes the stories we tell.
Course Outcomes:
— Analyze how narrative functions in the construction of individual and collective identity across literary, theoretical, and interdisciplinary texts.
— Examine diverse narrative forms — including memoirs, novels, oral histories, and digital storytelling — to identify how storytelling practices reflect cultural, historical, and social contexts.
— Apply key concepts from narrative theory to the interpretation of texts and storytelling practices.
— Evaluate the relationship between memory, history, and narrative in shaping both personal and communal identities.
— Reflect critically on identity through original writing that engages with personal, cultural, or historical narratives.
— Produce original analytical and creative work that demonstrates an understanding of the reciprocal relationship between storytelling and identity.
ENGL 6053: English Capstone (3 credits)
This capstone course invites students to explore the art and craft of autobiography as both a personal and literary endeavor. Students will engage with key questions of memory, identity, voice, and truth as they develop and write a substantial autobiographical project. Drawing on a range of autobiographical texts, narrative theory, and reflective practices, the course emphasizes the shaping of life experience into a compelling narrative. Students will examine the ethical and aesthetic challenges of autobiographical writing, considering the relationship between personal history and broader cultural contexts, while refining their prose.
Course Outcomes:
— Analyze a range of autobiographical texts and narrative theories to understand how writers construct memory, identity, and voice.
— Examine the ethical and aesthetic challenges of writing autobiography, including questions of truth, representation, and cultural context.
— Develop a substantial autobiographical project that demonstrates intentional choices in narrative structure, style, and voice.
— Apply reflective practices to explore the relationship between personal history and broader cultural, social, and historical contexts.
— Refine prose with attention to clarity, rhythm, and literary craft.
— Integrate theoretical, ethical, and creative perspectives into their approach to autobiographical writing.
— Apply critical and creative strategies to unite personal expression with literary and cultural awareness in writing.
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Next Start Date
4/14/2026
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MVNU Online
MVNU Online
The Learning Academy
Deepen your subject matter expertise, engage with graduate level scholarship, and strengthen your pedagogical practice.
Learning Academy for Educators, a modern 21st-century learning institution designed specifically to support educators in staying current and relevant in today’s fast-evolving educational landscape.
The Learning Academy offers courses at a price point of $500 per course, with the option to take up to six courses. These courses provide up to 18 graduate credit hours that can be applied towards a master's degree or used to help educators achieve content specialty teaching expertise, enabling them to teach at the college level.
This academy is dedicated to helping teachers remain at the forefront of educational best practices and innovations while advancing their professional credentials without breaking the bank.
If you are interested in enhancing your skills and maintaining your edge as an educator, the Learning Academy provides a valuable and cost-effective resource to support your goals.
APPLY NOW
Online Curriculum
MVNU is committed to serving the ever-changing needs of educators while advancing our mission to expand access to high quality, Christ-centered education. In response to state and national trends in dual credit and early college initiatives, we are adding 18 graduate credits in mathematics and English designed specifically for K-12 teachers.
The State of Ohio, like many across the nation, requires teachers of dual-credit or early college programs to have a minimum of 18 graduate hours in a content area in which they will be teaching.
These courses will help districts expand access to advanced coursework for students while ensuring compliance with state and Higher Learning Commission requirements. They also serve as an entry point for teachers to build on a current graduate degree they hold or provide an opportunity to begin a graduate degree here at MVNU because they can form the foundation for a student to complete an MA. Ed. These courses not only meet immediate professional development needs but also foster long-term engagement and degree completion at the graduate level.
Beyond the dual-credit credentialing requirements, teachers will deepen their subject matter expertise, engage with graduate level scholarship, and strengthen their pedagogical practice. This aligns with MVNU's vision of equipping educators to excel in their calling and extend transformative learning to their students.
Online Graduate Mathematics Courses
MATH 6003: Foundations of Advanced Mathematics (3 credits)
This rigorous course provides a comprehensive exploration of diverse mathematical topics. Students will examine the interconnections between various branches of mathematics, including number theory, geometry, algebra, and discrete mathematics. The course emphasizes both theoretical understanding and practical applications, preparing students to effectively communicate mathematical concepts across multiple domains. Special attention is given to mathematical reasoning, proof techniques, and the historical development of mathematical ideas.
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
— Apply fundamental concepts from number theory, including prime numbers, modular arithmetic, and divisibility rules.
— Construct mathematical proofs using direct, indirect, and proof by contradiction methods.
— Apply graph theory and combinatorial principles to solve real-world problems.
— Integrate mathematical modeling techniques across various disciplines.
— Assess the logical structure and validity of mathematical arguments.
— Synthesize concepts from algebra, geometry, and discrete mathematics to reveal structural relationships among different branches of mathematics.
— Communicate mathematical reasoning and historical insights clearly and accurately through written, visual, and oral representations.
MATH 6013: Mathematical Problem Solving (3 credits)
This advanced course focuses on developing sophisticated problem-solving skills and mathematical thinking strategies. Students will explore Polya's problem-solving framework while engaging with challenging mathematical problems that require creative and analytical thinking. The course emphasizes the process of mathematical discovery, pattern recognition, and the development of mathematical intuition.
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
— Apply systematic problem-solving strategies including Polya's four-step method.
— Analyze mathematical arguments using inductive and deductive reasoning.
— Evaluate multiple solution approaches and select optimal strategies for given problems.
— Develop mathematical intuition through exploration of open-ended problems.
— Assess problem-solving processes and mathematical reasoning.
— Integrate technology tools to enhance problem-solving visualization.
MATH 6023: Teaching Mathematics (3 Credits)
This course examines research-based approaches to mathematics education, focusing on growth mindset principles and innovative teaching strategies. Students will explore how beliefs about mathematical ability affect learning outcomes and develop techniques to create inclusive, engaging mathematics classrooms. The course addresses differentiated instruction, assessment strategies, and methods for supporting diverse learners. Emphasis is placed on developing mathematical discourse and building classroom communities that value mathematical thinking over speed and memorization.
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
— Analyze the impact of mindset on mathematical learning and achievement.
— Design inclusive instructional strategies that accommodate diverse learning styles and backgrounds.
— Implement assessment techniques that focus on mathematical understanding rather than procedural fluency alone.
— Develop classroom environments that promote mathematical discourse and collaborative learning.
— Address mathematical anxiety and stereotype threat in educational settings.
— Apply research-based practices for supporting struggling learners and challenging advanced students.
MATH 6033: Linear Algebra (3 credits)
This advanced course provides a comprehensive approach to linear algebra with emphasis on both theoretical foundations and practical applications. Students will explore systems of linear equations, matrix algebra, determinants, vector spaces, linear transformations, eigenvalues and eigenvectors, and orthogonality. The course integrates computational techniques with geometric intuition and real-world applications across engineering, computer science, economics, and the physical sciences.
By the completion of this course, students will be able to:
— Solve systems of linear equations using multiple methods including Gaussian elimination, matrix operations, and inverse matrices.
— Apply matrix arithmetic operations and properties to model and solve real-world problems.
— Compute determinants and evaluate their geometric and algebraic significance.
— Analyze vector spaces, subspaces, and linear independence relationships.
— Analyze linear transformations between vector spaces.
— Evaluate the geometric interpretations of linear algebraic concepts.
— Critique solution methods and justify choice of techniques for given problems.
MATH 6043: Statistics (3 credits)
This comprehensive statistics course emphasizes statistical literacy and reasoning essential for both personal and professional decision-making. Students will develop proficiency in descriptive and inferential statistics while focusing on interpretation and application rather than computational mechanics. The course addresses common statistical misconceptions and develops critical thinking skills for evaluating statistical claims in media, research, and everyday life.
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
— Analyze descriptive statistics including measures of center, spread, and position.
— Evaluate the design and validity of statistical studies, surveys, and experiments.
— Apply probability concepts to solve real-world problems and assess risk.
— Conduct hypothesis tests and confidence intervals.
— Interpret hypothesis tests and confidence intervals.
— Assess statistical claims and identify common statistical fallacies.
— Use statistical software and technology tools for data analysis and visualization.
MATH 6053: Finite Mathematics
This advanced course explores mathematical topics with direct applications to business, economics, life sciences, and social sciences. Students will study systems of linear equations, matrix operations, linear programming, probability, statistics, and mathematical models for decision-making. The course emphasizes both theoretical understanding and practical problem-solving, with particular attention to mathematical modeling, optimization, and data-driven analysis across disciplines.
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
— Solve systems of linear equations using matrix methods and geometric interpretation.
— Apply matrix operations to model and solve problems in applied and interdisciplinary contexts.
— Formulate and solve linear programming problems using graphical and simplex methods.
— Analyze mathematical models used in finance, including compound interest, annuities, and loans.
— Apply probability and counting principles to problems in business, economics, and the social sciences.
— Evaluate mathematical models related to population growth, resource management, and optimization.
— Communicate mathematical solutions to real-world problems using appropriate quantitative techniques.
Online Graduate English Courses
ENGL 6003: Teaching English Composition (3 credits)
This course is designed to help writers deepen their understanding and command of key elements of fiction, such as voice, point of view, theme, characterization, structure, symbolism, imagery, rhythm, and tone. Students will engage in a range of fiction writing exercises, reading assignments, and workshop activities. The course also includes the study of major works in the novel, novella, and short story forms, along with selected critical texts.
Course Outcomes:
— Analyze the use of key elements of fiction — such as voice, point of view, theme, characterization, structure, reflexivity, symbolism, imagery, rhythm, and tone — in published works.
— Apply these elements purposefully in personal fiction writing through targeted exercises and workshop participation.
— Demonstrate the ability to craft original fiction in multiple forms (short story, novella, novel excerpt), showing attention to craft and revision.
— Critically evaluate peer and professional texts using appropriate literary terminology and concepts from selected critical readings.
— Self-Reflect on the writing process, identifying strategies for revision, development of style, and deepening thematic resonance.
— Integrate instructor feedback to refine drafts and strengthen control over craft elements.
— Integrate theoretical and practical knowledge of fiction craft to produce writing that reflects growth and progression in complexity and control.
ENGL 6013: Writing Fiction for Beginners (3 credits)
This course explores the process writers use to spark inspiration and the manner in which they reveal key information to create a vivid immersive world. With these objectives in mind, students will develop a concept for a long form writing project. The emphasis will be on building the foundation for that work, crafting plot arcs, detailed outlines, character development, world-building, and thematic exploration rather than drafting full scenes or chapters. The material generated in this course may directly or indirectly support future writing projects.
Course Outcomes:
— Generate and articulate an original concept for a long-form work of fiction (novel, novella, or similar).
— Design plot arcs and subplots that effectively pace the revelation of key information to sustain narrative tension and reader engagement.
— Construct detailed outlines that provide structural and thematic coherence for a long-form narrative.
— Develop complex characters, including backstory, motivation, and relationships, that contribute to the immersive quality of the fictional world.
— Build a vivid and consistent fictional world, attending to setting, culture, history, and atmosphere that enrich the narrative.
— Explore thematic possibilities within a project, identifying how central ideas and motifs may be developed across the work
— Integrate foundational elements of fiction — concept, structure, character, setting, and theme — into a coherent framework that supports advanced creative work.
ENGL 6023: Inspiration and Writing (3 credits)
This graduate-level course provides a comprehensive introduction to the theory and practice of teaching college English composition. Students will explore key pedagogical approaches through readings in composition studies and by examining the historical and theoretical foundations of the field. Additionally, students will develop strategies for writing curriculum design through practical teaching exercises that include responding to student work and fostering inclusive, student-centered classrooms.
Course Outcomes:
— Analyze major theories and historical developments in composition studies.
— Evaluate the strengths and limitations of various pedagogical approaches in the teaching of college-level writing.
— Apply principles from composition theory to the design of effective, inclusive, and student-centered writing courses.
— Develop writing assignments and assessment strategies that align with course outcomes and foster rhetorical awareness and critical thinking.
— Demonstrate effective methods for responding to student writing, balancing formative and summative feedback practices.
— Integrate multimodal and genre-based approaches into composition curriculum to address diverse learner needs and rhetorical contexts.
— Critically reflect on their own pedagogical philosophy in relation to scholarship in composition studies.
— Demonstrate the integration of pedagogical theory and practice through the design of curriculum structures and evaluative approaches for teaching writing.
ENGL 6033: Writing as a Foodie (3 credits)
In this immersive and sensory-focused course, students explore food as both a subject and a lens for compelling nonfiction writing. This course will allow students to practice creatively describing flavors and textures, using different senses as they write. Various writing projects of the course include personal essays about family recipes, critiques of dining options, restaurant reviews from local eateries, food blogs, historical explorations of ancient cookbooks, and cultural cuisine guides. Students also create a "food map" of the city, reflecting on how geography, culture, and memory influence food consumption. The culminating project is a portfolio that archives the stories, reflections, and tastes experienced throughout the course and beyond.
Course Outcomes:
— Employ sensory detail (taste, smell, touch, sight, sound) to craft vivid, immersive nonfiction writing about food.
— Compose a range of food-centered nonfiction forms, including personal essays, critiques, reviews, blogs, historical explorations, and cultural guides.
— Analyze the cultural, historical, and geographical influences on food practices and representations in writing.
— Evaluate how memory, identity, and place shape individual and collective food narratives.
— Analyze the relationships among geography, culture, and personal experience to interpret how these factors shape food practices and identities.
— Integrate multiple modes of writing, creative, reflective, and analytical, to illustrate progression in craft and conceptual understanding of food writing.
ENGL 6043: Narrative and Identity (3 credits)
This course explores the deep and dynamic relationship between narrative and the construction of identity. Drawing from literature, memoir, theory, and interdisciplinary texts, the course examines how individuals and communities use storytelling to make sense of themselves, their histories, and their place in the world. Students will analyze a diverse range of narrative forms — from autobiographies and novels to oral histories and digital storytelling — while engaging with critical works in narrative theory. Through reading, reflection and original writing, students will investigate how stories shape identity and how identity, in turn, shapes the stories we tell.
Course Outcomes:
— Analyze how narrative functions in the construction of individual and collective identity across literary, theoretical, and interdisciplinary texts.
— Examine diverse narrative forms — including memoirs, novels, oral histories, and digital storytelling — to identify how storytelling practices reflect cultural, historical, and social contexts.
— Apply key concepts from narrative theory to the interpretation of texts and storytelling practices.
— Evaluate the relationship between memory, history, and narrative in shaping both personal and communal identities.
— Reflect critically on identity through original writing that engages with personal, cultural, or historical narratives.
— Produce original analytical and creative work that demonstrates an understanding of the reciprocal relationship between storytelling and identity.
ENGL 6053: English Capstone (3 credits)
This capstone course invites students to explore the art and craft of autobiography as both a personal and literary endeavor. Students will engage with key questions of memory, identity, voice, and truth as they develop and write a substantial autobiographical project. Drawing on a range of autobiographical texts, narrative theory, and reflective practices, the course emphasizes the shaping of life experience into a compelling narrative. Students will examine the ethical and aesthetic challenges of autobiographical writing, considering the relationship between personal history and broader cultural contexts, while refining their prose.
Course Outcomes:
— Analyze a range of autobiographical texts and narrative theories to understand how writers construct memory, identity, and voice.
— Examine the ethical and aesthetic challenges of writing autobiography, including questions of truth, representation, and cultural context.
— Develop a substantial autobiographical project that demonstrates intentional choices in narrative structure, style, and voice.
— Apply reflective practices to explore the relationship between personal history and broader cultural, social, and historical contexts.
— Refine prose with attention to clarity, rhythm, and literary craft.
— Integrate theoretical, ethical, and creative perspectives into their approach to autobiographical writing.
— Apply critical and creative strategies to unite personal expression with literary and cultural awareness in writing.
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