Collaborative Digital Spaces in the Composition Classroom

Authors

  • Kevin Risner

Abstract

In this article, I explore three different spaces used in the composition classroom: online virtual learning platforms (such as Blackboard), blogs, and social media websites. These spaces instigate interaction and collaboration between students and also between students and the instructor. I also discuss the implications of using these online spaces, and the responsibilities both the instructor and students have when disclosing specific content with one another in a possibly public sphere.

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Published

2021-05-27

Issue

Vol. 42 No. 2 (2013): Summer/Fall 2013

Section

Roundtables

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